RTC Aerospace LLC · 12 hours ago
Planning Associate
Fife, Fife, WA, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$22/hr - $25/hrRTC Aerospace LLC is a 60-year-old aerospace manufacturer specializing in complex, high-tolerance parts. They are seeking a motivated Planning Associate to support production planning, scheduling, and material flow in a CNC precision machining environment.
Manufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assist with the development, maintenance, and adjustment of production schedules for CNC machining operations in alignment with customer demand, delivery commitments, and capacity constraints
Monitor work-in-process (WIP), material availability, tooling readiness, machine capacity, and labor loading; identify potential constraints or delays and escalate as needed
Support the release and tracking of work orders, coordinating priorities with shop floor teams including machining, inspection, quality, shipping, and purchasing
Update and maintain accurate production status and scheduling data within ERP/MRP systems; assist with reporting variances and supporting corrective actions for late or at-risk jobs
Assist with expediting material, tooling, outsourcing, or rework flows in coordination with supply chain and procurement teams
Support capacity and demand analysis through data collection and basic reporting to help identify opportunities for lead time reduction, throughput improvement, and inventory optimization
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, lean activities, and standard work development related to planning and production control processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, engineering, quality, supply chain, and logistics) to support smooth production execution
Provide administrative and analytical support for planning and production control activities as needed based on business priorities
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or a related field
Strong interest in manufacturing operations, production planning, and supply chain coordination
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), with the ability to work with data and reports
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and data accuracy
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Team-oriented mindset with a proactive and professional demeanor
Preferred
Exposure to or internship experience in manufacturing, production planning, supply chain, or operations
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems (GlobalShop or JobBoss a plus)
Familiarity with CNC machining environments or precision manufacturing workflows
Comfort working with production schedules, work orders, and cross-functional coordination
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement concepts
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Long-term disability
401(k) with up to 6% QACA company match
Company
RTC Aerospace LLC
Welcome to RTC's LinkedIn Company Page! As a frontrunner in the aerospace industry, RTC proudly upholds a rich legacy of leadership and innovation.
Founded in 1986
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-03-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Frank Giron
Chief Executive Officer
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