Manufacturing Planner (Level 2) Jobs

Manufacturing Planner (Level 2)

You will be the Manufacturing Planner (Level 2) for the GMLRS team. Our team is responsible for managing the production schedule and analyzing material shortages for various programs. What you will be doing as the Manufacturing Planner (Level 2) you will be responsible for planning and coordinating the production schedule, analyzing material shortages, and identifying opportunities to improve production efficiency. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the production schedule and analyze material shortages for multiple programs.
• Coordinate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost production efficiency.
• Analyze data and reports to spot trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues.

Why join us? The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about driving manufacturing excellence. This role offers the chance to work on critical GMLRS projects, influence process improvements, and make a measurable impact. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options.

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• Experience with SAP
• Possess knowledge of lean manufacturing
• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and multitasking skills
• Knowledge of Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS)
• Must be able to work outside of the normal operating hours, as required

Desired skills:

• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple levels of management, industry peers, a represented workforce and internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated ability to extract data, create and present critical schedule and material information
• Strong interpersonal skills in a team environment.
• Experience with managing production schedules across multiple manufacturing and assembly locations
• Excellent communication skills.

Security clearance statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US citizen for consideration. Clearance level: Secret.

Other important information:

• MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. A company-sponsored interim Secret clearance is required to start.
• Expression of interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.
• Ability to work remotely: Part-time remote telework. The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
• Work schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.