Senior Production Planner

Job Title: Senior Production Planner

Job Description

Plan and determine the most efficient method of achieving program objectives within the framework of technical capabilities. Create manufacturing order schedules and purchase requisitions for assigned projects using MRP systems. Track and monitor purchased material for assigned projects, identifying critical parts and critical path assemblies to meet scheduled delivery dates. Execute plans and control programs through manufacturing and testing to ensure timely delivery of equipment to customers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between departments.

• Perform complex expediting and record-keeping functions with current information on the location and progress of manufactured parts and assemblies.

• Release kits to the production floor with proper travelers, operation sheets, and documentation.

• Host meetings on the status of programs regarding schedules with Project Management, Production, Test, and other relevant teams to resolve any problems or difficulties impacting the on-time delivery of jobs.

• Arrange in-plant transfer of materials to meet production schedules.

• Compile and maintain manual or computerized records such as material inventory, in-process production reports, and status and location of materials.

• Move or transport material from one department to another.

• Expedite material to assure delivery and availability of material by due date.

• Follow processing internal work orders to ensure that items and assemblies will be completed on schedule.

• Process Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) to ensure Work in Progress (WIP) is at current revisions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business with a minimum of 6 years prior relevant experience, or equivalent work experience with 4 years prior relevant experience.

• 4-6 years’ experience in Planning or Production Control in an electronic or electro-mechanical manufacturing facility.

• 4-6 years’ ERP/MRP experience.

• Strong knowledge of work schedules, bill of material, and receiving reports.

• Familiarity with tools, equipment, and nomenclature of parts and components used in electro-mechanical manufacturing.

• Proficiency in Costpoint, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office.

• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, V-lookups, and additional formulas.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with radio frequency (RF) applications.

• Experience with production planning and scheduling.

Work Environment

You will be part of a small team of four, including two planners and two Senior planners. This role involves working closely with buyers and spending significant time on the production floor. Yearly performance merit increases are offered as part of the compensation package.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Melville, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

• Pay Period: Weekly, Direct Deposit only • Paid-Time-Off: Exempt - Flexible Time Off (Eligible after 60-day introductory period) • Holidays 11 • 401(k) plan Company match, 100% up to 6% Fidelity • Tuition Reimbursement Up to $10K per calendar year • 9/80 Work Schedule Every other Friday off • Basic Life and AD&D Employee Only MetLife Voluntary Benefits: • Health Savings Account (HSA) Inspira • Dependent Care flexible spending account (DDC) American Benefits Group • Additional Short-Term Disability (STD) MetLife • Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) MetLife • Voluntary Life and AD&D MetLife • Hospital Indemnity MetLife • Critical Illness MetLife • Accident MetLife • Legal MetLife • Identity Theft

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Melville,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.