Manufacturing Planner; level 2​/Orlando, FL

Position: Manufacturing Planner (level 2) / Orlando, FL
Description:

You will be the Manufacturing Planner for the Production, Planning and Control organization. Our team is responsible for developing and executing plans to produce high‑quality products on time and within budget, optimizing production schedules, managing resources, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Manufacturing Planner you will be responsible for translating demand forecasts into actionable production schedules, aligning resources, and ensuring timely delivery of products.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

* Develop and maintain detailed production schedules aligned with demand forecasts.

* Coordinate material and resource availability across suppliers and internal teams.

* Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements.

* Communicate schedule changes and status updates to stakeholders.

* Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards throughout planning activities.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is collaborative, detail‑oriented, and driven to enable manufacturing excellence.

This role offers the opportunity to influence critical production outcomes, work with cross‑functional teams, and grow your expertise in a supportive environment. We value work‑life balance and provide flexible scheduling options.

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 Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2+ years of professional experience; or a related Masters degree.

Must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance, therefore must be a U.S. Citizen.

Past experience with Make and Buy Planning, manufacturing and/or Make Planning experience

Demonstrate proficient knowledge of computer systems, databases, and programs

Desired

Skills:

Possess knowledge of lean manufacturing

Knowledge of Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS)

SAP ERP experience

Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking skills

Excellent communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work with multiple levels of management, industry, peers, a represented workforce or business.

Inventory Control and material handling knowledge.

Experience with material and

Dock/Receiving/Warehouse/Shipping areas

Green belt trained and or certified

Ability to understand engineering drawings and parts lists

APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification

Very good organization and communication skills

Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest:
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

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

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