Specialist, Production Planner

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Job Title: Specialist, Production Planner

Job Code: 34233

Job Location: Onsite at our Redmond, WA facility

Job Schedule: 9/80; Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

We are seeking a Production Planner (Liaison) to join our Scheduling & Material Planning Center of Excellence in our Redmond, Washington facility.

Essential Functions:

In this role, you will develop and maintain detailed production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products. Coordinate with various departments to align production schedules with project timelines and customer requirements. Assess and plan for production capacity, taking into account available resources, labor, equipment, and materials. Identify potential bottlenecks and work to resolve them. Analyze production data to track performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. Prepare and present reports on production metrics, schedule adherence, and other key performance indicators (KPIs). Identify and address production issues, such as delays, material shortages, or equipment failures. Develop and implement corrective actions to minimize disruptions and maintain schedule integrity.

• Partners with Program Planner and Scheduling Integrator to ensure the Maestro Master Production Schedule (MPS) is in alignment with the Program IMS.
• Manages Demand (DTS / MPS / OID) in accordance with standard work
• Performs comprehensive schedule assessments and identifies schedule risk at the operation level.
• Identifies and analyzes discrepancies or gaps between the Program IMS & Production status.
• Responsible for MRP output for their respective programs.
• Works with Production Scheduling, Supply Chain and Operations to ensure systems are in alignment with production build plans.
• Understands key metric outputs and can articulate discrepancies and drive gaps to closure.
• Supports S&OP activities by analyzing and preparing data.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related production scheduling experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 2 years of prior related production planning experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related production planning experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Ability to analyze production data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or other statistical software.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address production issues and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and direct activities for the organization.
• Proficiency in advanced planning and scheduling software such as SAP, Oracle, or other ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (I.e., Microsoft Project, or similar).
• Experience using Qlik and Power BI Applications, Oracle, and Delmia systems, preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional and cross-site teams.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $69,500 - $129,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris announced on January 5th, that AE Industrial Partners ("AE Industrial") has agreed to acquire a controlling interest in L3Harris' Space Propulsion and Power Systems business. This position has been identified as one that will transition to the new standalone company upon closing of the transaction. Until that time, L3Harris will continue its hiring activity within this business.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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