Production Planner II - 1st Shift; onsite

Production Planner II – 1st Shift (Onsite)

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Country: United States of America

Location: HNH
32: US031-Durham, NH 121 Technology Drive Building 125, Suite B, Durham, NH, 03824 USA

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Person Requirement: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here.

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Security Clearance: None/Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

The Production Planner II is responsible for developing and executing production schedules to meet customer demand, optimize manufacturing efficiency, and ensure on‑time delivery. This role acts as the liaison between supply chain, production, and customer service to balance material availability, labor capacity, and production priorities.

We have a brand‑new state‑of‑the‑art facility which includes new equipment, a cafeteria, onsite fitness gym, golf simulator, outdoor tennis court, basketball court, and pickleball court.

Your schedule will be Monday‑Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
, with overtime on a business need basis.

• Handle parts and materials
• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, inventory levels, material availability, and capacity constraints.
• Analyze MRP messages, shop load, and work‑in‑progress to optimize throughput and minimize delays.
• Collaborate with procurement, materials, and inventory control teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Work closely with production leads and supervisors to communicate daily and weekly schedules, resolve conflicts, and adjust plans in response to changes in demand or capacity.
• Monitor job progress and performance against schedule; expedite risks and delays proactively.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accuracy, schedule adherence, and lead time reduction.
• Maintain planning parameters such as lead times, order policies, and safety stock levels in the ERP system (e.g., Epicor).
• Analyze capacity and load to recommend overtime, second shifts, or outsourcing when necessary.
• Create and distribute production metrics and reports as needed.
• Work cross‑functionally and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in a related discipline with one year of relevant experience.

• Proficiency with ERP systems (Epicor preferred) and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in a make‑to‑order or job shop manufacturing environment.
• APICS/CPIM certification or coursework.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• 2+ years of production planning or scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student loan repayment program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal,  protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teledoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

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