Mfg/Production Planner II

54726BR

Company:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

Job Summary:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing production Planner in Adelanto. This position is under general supervision, this position is responsible for planning, preparing, issuing and controlling production schedules and coordinates with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements. Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Contributes to efficient operation of organization by inputting to or preparing short and long-range plans and schedules reports and providing progress follow-up and adjustment information.

• Develops planning activities that support schedule development; schedules, monitors performance, analyzes and reports on activities to ensure flow of material.

• Develops manufacturing work orders in accordance with Material Requirement Planning (MRP) planned order requirements; guides manufacturing on action(s) to be taken. Research development /non-planned development planning experience.

• Investigates and resolves manufacturing related issues; performs product assessments for part or product designs; provides input for manufacturing processes and manufacturing technologies to meet cost and schedules.

• Processes work orders and material transactions for non-conformance material dispositions. Interprets engineering change orders (ECO), implements dispositions affecting stock, work in progress, and NEXT assembly.

• Develops standard and non-standard reports; identifies issues, exceptions and variances and develops solutions to moderately complex issues; reviews processes and procedures to support business and regulatory agency requirements.

• Represents group with interdepartmental activity with quality, manufacturing, purchasing, engineering and inventory control.

• Alerts operating or project management to deviation from established norms; develops and recommends solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• May perform physical movement of hardware.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job ID#:

54726BR

Job Category:

Material and Production Control

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

56,820

City:

Adelanto

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Pay Range High:

96,015

Recruitment Posting Title:

Manufacturing Production Planner

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Planning, Engineering, Production Control or a related discipline and three or more years progressive experience in planning, scheduling, budgeting and performance measurement. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.

• Must have a general understanding of manufacturing planning principles, theories and concepts as well as ability to understand accounting and manufacturing systems in a research or production environment and to learn and apply basic planning tools and techniques; and knowledge of concepts and principles of planning to develop solutions to a variety of problems.

• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearance is required.

• Must be customer focused and possess:

• the ability to identify issues and interpret data including engineering drawings

• organization skills to maintain flow of work within the unit

• good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with internal employees and to accurately document, report and present

• ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information

• knowledge of computer operations and applications and word processing and spreadsheets.

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

Workstyle:

Onsite

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.