Manufacturing Planner (Level 2
Listed on 2026-08-18
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Operations Management, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
Manufacturing Planner (Level
2) | Lockheed Martin
You will be the Manufacturing Planner (Level
2) for the PAC‑3 Program Team. Our team is responsible for overseeing program and manufacturing planning, managing production schedules, material procurement, and workflow prioritization.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Manufacturing Planner (Level
2) you will be responsible for ensuring data integrity in the MRP system, optimizing material flow, and delivering accurate production status to stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Maintain data integrity in the MRP system and manage material flow, inventory optimization, and production schedules.
- Provide status reports to internal customers and analyze production data to inform business decisions.
- Coordinate with engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing, and supply‑chain teams to align priorities.
- Identify and drive continuous‑improvement initiatives across the PAC‑3 program.
- Support travel and communication with all production sites and vendor locations as needed.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a detail‑oriented, collaborative professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about delivering mission‑critical capabilities. This role offers direct impact on the PAC‑3 program and growth within a high‑performing team.
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
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.
Desired skills
• Familiar with Manufacturing Planning and Supply Chain Management concepts, including Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Production Planning and Control (PP&C), and Supply Chain Management and Procurement Principles
• Basic Knowledge in Inventory Control, Material Handling and Warehouse Management Systems
• Basic Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma Manufacturing Concepts and Processes
• Basic Knowledge of supply and demand with the ability to analyze and respond to changes in customer demand, supplier lead times, and inventory levels to ensure optimal production planning and scheduling
• Basic Knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Excel
• APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
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 Schedule
4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Security Clearance
Secret
LMCareers Business Unit
MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Department
C3M7000223:
LOWER TIER IAMD SCHEDULING
Job Class
Manufacturing
Job Category
Experienced Professional
City, State
Arlington-TX
City
Arlington
Zip
76018
Relocation/Housing Stipend Available
Possible
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