Production Planning and Control Sr Mgr

Description

You will be the Production Planning and Control Sr Mgr for the Manufacturing Planning & Control team. Our team is responsible for end‑to‑end manufacturing resource planning, material management, and production scheduling across multiple job functions.

As the Production Planning and Control Sr Mgr you will be responsible for leading a high‑performing group that drives manufacturing efficiency and inventory optimization.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage multiple manufacturing planning, material management and MRP transactions (Make, Buy, BOM, MPS).
• Oversee production‑system integrity and implement inventory‑optimization strategies to reduce cost.
• Develop and maintain production schedules, recovery plans, and ramp‑to‑rate plans.
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, training, performance assessment, work assignments, and recognition/disciplinary actions for a team of 50+ employees.
• Partner with warehousing and shipping functions to ensure seamless material flow.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a proven track record in manufacturing resource planning and DOD contract environments. You thrive on solving complex scheduling challenges, mentoring large teams, and driving continuous‑improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing. This role offers high visibility, strategic impact, and the chance to shape the future of our production operations.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options.

This position is in Lufkin, Texas. Must be a U.S. citizen. The facility requires special access.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Demonstrated leadership and/or project management experience
• Previous experience with manufacturing resource planning and/or production scheduling.

• Leading large teams of 50+ employees.
• Developing production schedules, recovery plans, and ramp to rate plans.
• DOD contract manufacturing.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Warehousing and material management experience.
• Lean manufacturing training/certifications.

Requires a government security clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen. Clearance Level: Secret.

• Onsite Full‑time.
• Schedule:
  
  4×10 hour days, 3 days off per week.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.