Production Planning Manager

Internships & Machining / Manufacturing Careers We pride ourselves on offering rewarding process engineering internships and fulfilling career options for machinists, project planners, engineers, and more in our Wixom, Michigan, and Harbor Springs, Michigan manufacturing facilities. Explore our job openings and internships below to see how we can take your career to new heights. Manufacturing, Engineering, Design & Machining Careers We offer opportunities for career development and professional growth in a broad range of disciplines for talented people at different stages in their professional lives. At Moeller Aerospace, you can find a career to match your talents and your ambitions, whether you’re a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, in engineering, operations, or business development. We offer a wide variety of positions from aerospace engineering internships to full-time aerospace careers. Our high-performance culture attracts the best people in their fields – people of diverse backgrounds working together to solve complex problems for a better tomorrow. Position: Production Planning Manager Location: Harbor Springs, MI Job Id: 311 # of Openings: 1 Title: Production Planning Manager Department: Production Control Shift: 1st Shift Supervisor: Plant Manager Prepared Date: 9/29/2026 Help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing. Moeller Aerospace is seeking a strategic, data-driven Production Planning Manager to lead production scheduling and drive operational excellence in our growing aerospace manufacturing environment. If you thrive on solving complex challenges, optimizing processes, and keeping production moving smoothly, we want to hear from you. What You'll Do · Own and manage the master production schedule to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.

• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and quality teams to align capacity, materials, and demand.
• Analyze production data, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions that improve efficiency and performance.
• Lead planning meetings, communicate priorities, and drive accountability across teams.
• Develop key metrics for schedule adherence, on-time delivery, WIP, and capacity planning.
• Support new product launches, engineering changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.

You would be a perfect fit for this role if you have: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field 5+ years of production planning experience, ideally in aerospace or complex manufacturing Strong ERP/MRP systems knowledge (Syteline, SAP, or similar) Proven leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills APICS CPIM or PMP certification is a plus Why Moeller Aerospace? · Work on precision components that support critical aerospace applications

• Collaborate with a talented, cross-functional team
• Make a direct impact on production performance and business growth
• Enjoy life in beautiful Harbor Springs, Michigan

Working Conditions: · Work is primarily performed in an office or production floor.

• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• Occasional travel is required.

Moeller Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Due to U.S. Government regulations pertaining to the nature of this work, all candidates must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen or possess a valid Green Card) and we will require proof of status prior to employment. We are a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members are subject to pre-employment drug testing as policy dictates. We offer internships and co-ops for undergraduate and graduate students working toward a degree program. These opportunities are designed to help build your professional credentials while also igniting your imagination. Opportunities exist throughout our company and are available to students who are motivated to learn and grow and who want hands-on experience. Selected candidates will receive comprehensive on-the-job training and a chance to contribute ideas in an environment that inspires innovative results and cultivates aerospace careers. You will learn corporate principles, contribute to business-specific job requirements, and organize special projects as needs arise. Internships and co-ops at Moeller Aerospace are as diverse as our businesses and the people who work here. Assignments will vary based on the opportunities that are available throughout the calendar year. We recruit from a number of schools to attract the most talented individuals to Moeller Aerospace. Internship Testimonials Moeller Aerospace was a friendly, engaging environment to work in. Interning at Moeller Aerospace provided great practical experience and helped me develop both technical and interpersonal skills. Working and learning from the other process engineers and people on the shop floor offered an enjoyable, friendly environment and gave me a strong understanding of the time, effort, and dedication that goes into aerospace manufacturing. I gained a lot of invaluable skills and felt rewarded by the work I did on projects that contributed to the success and efficiency of Moeller Aerospace. JAMES M. | Materials Science and Engineering University of Michigan | Process Engineering Intern, Summer This is my second summer internship at Moeller Aerospace. Moeller Aerospace has an enthusiastic approach to teaching and training. Working here has increased my knowledge of manufacturing and the aerospace field by working in teams across several different departments. The program has increased my confidence as an engineer and allowed me to gain processing experience while increasing my proficiency in CAD software. Being a part of a smaller company allowed me to easily build professional relationships and work on some of the company’s larger projects. With this experience, I will be going into the workforce fully prepared to be the best engineer I can be after working at Moeller Aerospace. Liz G. | Mechanical Engineering University of Michigan | Process Engineering Intern, Summer Great learning experience. Interning at Moeller Aerospace provided me with an environment that surrounded me with a wealth of knowledge from several fields. Being my first internship in process engineering, I was glad to have an entire facility of people who I could ask questions and a pair of mentors who took the time to make sure I understood not just how something was done, but why it was done that way. With all of their help this summer, I believe that I have become a better designer and engineer in addition to learning about the aerospace industry. Nolan O. | Mechanical Engineering University of Michigan | Process Engineering Intern, Summer Working at Moeller Aerospace was a great experience. My internship at Moeller Aerospace helped broaden my skillset beyond the classroom. I learned what it’s like to be an engineer in industry, and what it means to solve problems through engineering. My managers and coworkers were all very patient and helpful when I encountered issues, and they were always willing to teach me new things. Throughout my internship, I definitely felt like a part of the Moeller Aerospace team. Aaron H. | Materials Science and Engineering University of Michigan | Process Engineering Intern, Summer #J-18808-Ljbffr Moeller Aerospace