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Production PlannerTextron • Wilmington, MA, US
Production Planner

Production Planner

Textron • Wilmington, MA, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Production Planner

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators, and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom, and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care, and fuel systems. This role is in Textron System's Weapon Systems business area.

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do in this role, you will be responsible for :

  • Develop and manage the execution of the production schedule as a result of line of balance output, taking into consideration the available capacity, material availability, and program delivery commitments.
  • Communicates to business product support managers and program managers the manufacturing status, expected completion dates and production cost / schedule risk analysis.

Job Responsibilities :

  • Partner with procurement, production manager, quality, engineering, and program management, and other supply chain disciplines to proactively plan, schedule, and effectively manage development, production, and aftermarket support environments.
  • Manages and has ownership of execution of items associated with their planner code, to include : Release of internal jobs to the factory Release of purchase requisitions Manage disruptions in the internal factory (shortages, MRB, internal and external constraints) Provides feedback to internal customers Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials, and services are provided as needed.
  • Monitors internal and external supply chain alignment identifies and resolves potential constraints, maintains line of balance (build through) and purchase requests for the production or purchase of components / parts based on a master production schedule, shop load, and inventory requirements.
  • Plays an integral part of product Integrated Product Teams (IPT) by effectively interfacing with internal customers on a daily basis, schedules and expedites the movement of parts by means of move orders, stock transfers, and requests for shipping orders.
  • Assists management in the development and execution of action / workaround plans for assigned products / value streams to maximize scheduled on-time completion. Analyzes supply and demand data and reports to determine critical path constraints. Performs product lead time analysis.
  • Manages manual demand for top / down & bottom-up releases, facilitates ECN / ECP changes and coordinates production cut-ins. Reviews excess material for possible consumption in other jobs. Creates material transfers, borrow / payback transactions and PO change requests.
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain or a related field with 2-3 years of professional experience
  • 1-3 years MRP experience & CPIM certification preferred
  • Detailed understanding of supply chain principles
  • Thorough understanding of the following : various production planning and inventory techniques and practices, Capacity Planning, various forecasting techniques and their application.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and networking skills
  • Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent partnering and team building skills
  • This position requires that the candidate be a US citizen with or capable of receiving a Secret level security clearance. Qualified applicants will be subject to a security investigation and must meet minimum qualifications for a Secret clearance.

    How We Care

    At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Education Assistance
  • Career Development & Training Opportunities
  • Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Are you a Military Veteran? Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company. Textron's compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work.

    The pay range for this position is $72,600 - $108,800 per year.

    EEO Statement

    Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Recruiting Company : Textron Systems

    Primary Location : US-Massachusetts-Wilmington

    Job Function : Manufacturing

    Schedule : Full-time

    Job Level : Individual Contributor

    Job Type : Experienced

    Shift : First Shift

    Travel : Yes, 10% of the time

    Job Posting : 10 / 30 / 2025, 4 : 16 : 46 PM

    Job Number : 337427

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