Production Planner

Position Overview

Qineti

Q US is looking to hire an experienced Production Planner to support production operations at our Franklin, MA facility. The primary function of this position will be to translate project deliverable requirements into procurement and production actions to meet customer requirements.

The selected candidate will plan, monitor, expedite and support material availability and end item delivery throughout the procurement, manufacturing and test phases. They will interface with Engineering to create and maintain accurate part masters and product structures within the MRP system, and will ensure that the required procurement information is appropriately routed for review and approval.

• Coordinate, communicate, and prioritize the program needs through the setup, build and test phases, including supporting outside testing requirements, purchasing and non-conformance dispositions
• Plan and schedule complex Bills Of Materials (BOMs) into the company MRP system (CostPoint) and create and update production work orders, tear down work orders, part specifications and repair work orders for all assigned jobs
• Review and update data in Part Master to ensure data integrity (Revs, Quality Clauses, etc.)
• Create requisitions for materials on BOM / sales orders for assigned programs and interface with Purchasing to create RFQ packages for quoting
• Interfaces with Configuration Management to process Engineering Changes and manage all aspects of implementation within the supply chain and factory.
• Review Deviations
• Update CostPoint with release notices and notify purchasing when applicable
• Ensure production kits are complete and ready for issue when required
• Responsible for generating status reports of assigned jobs and identifying the root causes of delay and driving corrective action to overcome delays
• Ensure the packaging needs are in place and meet the production requirements
• Support unplanned issue requirements during the build MRB attendance/approvals to ensure purchasing and building to schedule
• Update, As-built configuration in Visual and follow on activities.
• Work to reduce inventory levels, avoid overages including scrapping material recommendations and yield for excess inventory
• Attend program burn down meetings and push for resolution of parts at risk
• Complete Sales Order closeout activity (i.e. work orders/purchase orders closed)

• 4 year degree or equivalent experience in production planning or scheduling; 2 plus years working with MRP systems (experience with DELTEK CostPoint a plus)
• Excellent working knowledge and understanding of production BOMs
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Must be able to communicate effectively across all corporate levels in both verbal and written forms
• Must have strong team skills and ability to solve complex problems
• Must possess strong analytical skills
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Must be proficient in MS Office with advanced knowledge in Excel
• This position may require exposure to information which is subject to US export control regulations i.e. the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration regulations (EAR)
• All applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security clearance if required.

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management
• Experience as a Material or Production Planner in a low-volume, high product mix manufacturing environment.
• Defense / Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Familiar with ITAR, FAR, EAR, ISO, AS9100, JIT, Kanban, Lean process techniques

The salary range for this role is $75,485 - $95,900 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Qineti

Q US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to  or call  Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

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Q US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.