Production Planner, Experienced

Production Planner

The Production Planner supports manufacturing operations by preparing and maintaining detailed production schedules aligned with demand requirements, plant capacity, and material availability within PPG's Aerospace business.

You will sit onsite in our Mojave, CA facility. You will report to the Supply Chain Manager.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed production schedules to meet required volumes while considering plant capacity and material availability
• Use MRP functionality within a manufacturing or QA system to support production planning activities
• Perform pack planning and bulk planning based on production requirements
• Monitor actual production figures versus planned schedules and identify variances
• Prepare and implement schedule adjustments in response to production constraints, material shortages, or demand changes
• Support production meetings by providing schedule updates and production data
• Ensure planning activities align with quality, safety, and manufacturing standards
• Maintain accurate production planning records and reports to support continuous improvement projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Working understanding of MRP systems within a manufacturing or QA environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis
• Internship, co-op, or coursework related to manufacturing, production planning, or supply chain
• Familiarity with ERP systems used in manufacturing environments
• Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.
• You must have or be eligible to obtain security clearance.

The base salary range for this position is $50,000 to $56,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 2.5% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, Family Leave and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.