Production Planning Analyst

Lebanon, New Hampshire, United States, 03766 Position Summary This position is responsible for developing and maintaining a detailed Master Production Schedule (MPS) that balances customer demand, inventory targets, and available capacity in a low‑volume, high‑mix aerospace manufacturing environment. The scheduler uses SAP and other planning tools to drive weekly execution schedules, long‑term capacity planning, and material alignment. Continuous improvement of the tools and methods used to plan is expected. The role requires strong cross‑functional coordination with Operations, Engineering, Customer Service, and Supply Chain to ensure timely and cost‑effective fulfillment of customer requirements. What We Offer Competitive Pay Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage. Benefits start on first day of employment. 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match. Paid parental leave at one year of service. Employee discounts on products and services. Education expense reimbursement, eligible to apply at first day of employment. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Responsibilities Develop and maintain a comprehensive Master Production Schedule (MPS) that aligns customer demand with available capacity, material availability, and production constraints. Release and manage production orders, converts planned orders into executable schedules, and addresses exception messages to ensure smooth execution. Monitor schedule attainment, coordinates recovery plans for at‑risk orders, and ensures alignment with government‑rated (DPAS) and FAIR‑driven requirements. Collaborates closely with Manufacturing and Engineering to validate capacity assumptions, adjust work center availability, and proactively resolve bottlenecks. Analyze shortages, re‑plan as needed, and manage excess or obsolete materials based on assembly summaries and demand changes. Maintain accurate planning data in SAP, regularly updates master data such as lead times and lot sizes and utilizes Excel and other tools for demand and inventory analysis. Participates in the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) and weekly supply review processes. Partner with Customer Service and Program Management to support delivery commitments and proactively communicate risks. Drive continuous improvement within the scheduling process, contributing to system enhancements, planning automation efforts, and strategic planning projects focused on improving delivery performance and inventory optimization. Basic Qualifications Bachelor degree of Business Administration, Supply Chain, or other technical. 3 years ERP/MRP experience. 6 months of SAP experience in OTC, MM or PTP. Preferred Qualifications & Skills Masters degree of Business Administration, Supply Chain, or other technical. APICS Certification. Experience in data‑mining and analysis (Excel, SAP, Access/Brio Queries). Strong communication and team skills. Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. This position may require access to United States export controlled technical data (“CTD”) and hardware under the Departments of US State (ITAR) and/or Commerce (EAR). All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr