Textron · 12 hours ago
Production Planner
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. The Production Planner will develop and manage the execution of the production schedule while coordinating with various teams to ensure material availability and program delivery commitments are met.
AerospaceFinanceIndustrial
Responsibilities
Partners with procurement, production manager, quality, engineering, and program management, and other supply chain disciplines to proactively plan, schedule, and effectively manage development, production, and aftermarket support environments
Manages and own the execution of items associated with their planner code, to include release of internal jobs to the program, factory, release of purchase requisitions, manage disruptions in the internal factory (shortages, MRB, internal and external constraints), and provides feedback to internal customers
Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed
Monitors internal and external supply chain alignment – identifies and resolves potential constraints, maintains line of balance (build through) and purchase requests for the production or purchase of components / parts based on a master production schedule, shop load and inventory requirements
Plays an integral part of product Integrated Product Teams (IPT) by effectively interfacing with internal customers
Assists management in the development and execution of plans for assigned products to maximize scheduled on-time completion. Analyzes supply and demand data and reports to determine critical path constraints
Manages manual demand for top/down & bottom-up releases, facilitates ECN/ECP changes and coordinates production cut-ins. Reviews excess material for possible consumption in other jobs. Creates material transfers, borrow/payback transactions and PO change requests
Respond to ad hoc requests from management and other departments, providing timely and accurate analysis and reports
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 2 or more years of moderately professionally related experience
Self-starter with ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities efficiently
Excellent communication, facilitation and networking skills
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent partnering and team building skills
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Prior MRP software experience
Preferred
1-3 years MRP experience & CPIM certification
PowerPoint, MS Projects, EMatrix, Oracle ERP Software, PowerBI experience
Benefits
Flexible Work Schedules
Education Assistance
Career Development & Training Opportunities
Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
Paid Parental Leave
Company
Textron
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to
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Funding
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$1B2025-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1B
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