Production Planner, Experienced

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 and report to the Supply Chain Manager.

• 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.

• 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 the possibility of an annual bonus up to 2.5% of base salary.

• Health
• Dental
• Life
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability/Leave
• Family Leave
• Other voluntary benefit offerings

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, continuous learning, and the embrace of diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, nationality, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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