Description:WHAT WE’RE DOINGAt Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we're on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.
THE WORK The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting build plans that align with program requirements and contractual commitments. This role ensures efficient use of resources, timely release of work orders, and effective coordination between Stockroom, Manufacturing Supervisor, Capacity Planner and Program teams. The planner will leverage SAP (or equivalent ERP system) to manage material availability, work-in-progress (WIP) and process defects while ensuring continuity of production and on-time delivery.
The key responsibilities include:
Demonstrate a basic understanding of manufacturing planning to manage incoming work, work-in-progress (WIP) and out-going work.
Incoming WIP Management
• Manage effective business rhythm for incoming WIP (receipt, induction and allocation to resource).
• Create and update business documentation to minimize delays to the work center.
Internal WIP Management
• Expediting material requirements with appropriate sense of urgency.
• Process defects based on the assigned disposition.
• Provide clear, concise and consistent WIP status to stakeholders.
• Aged WIP Management (>60 days)
Outgoing WIP Management
• Ensure work order is confirmed, and defects are closed.
• Create and update delivery documentation.
Please Note: This position requires the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance; US Citizenship is required.
WHO WE AREOur customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating innovative solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night.
Lockheed Martin: An Award-Winning Place to WorkWHO YOU ARE You are a detail‑oriented planner with SAP experience who can manage material flow and WIP in fast‑paced aerospace/defense environments, applying Lean principles and communicating clearly to balance priorities and meet schedule commitments.
Employees typically have 3+ years of professional experience for this level of role. WHY JOIN US Your Health, Your Wealth, Your LifeAs an employee at Lockheed Martin, your health and well being are paramount. From medical insurance, to legal help and tuition reimbursement, we provide benefits to improve your life. Come check out all of the amazing benefits Lockheed Martin has to offer.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits packageBasic Qualifications:• Minimum 3 years of production planning experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a secret DoD security clearance which requires US Citizenship.
Desired Skills:• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other complex manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and production scheduling best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities and adapt to dynamic program scheduling needs.
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 KnowExpression 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.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
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Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Product Support
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
