Planner Supervisor

ABOUT APPLIED AEROSPACE:

Join the team that builds for the best. At Applied Aerospace, we design, fabricate, and test mission-critical aerospace components for leading innovators like SpaceX, NASA, Northrop Grumman, and Boeing. Every part we create reflects our relentless commitment to quality, reliability, and performance. Through precision engineering and purpose-driven innovation, we’re helping take aerospace technology to new heights — and we’re looking for talented individuals who want to be part of that journey.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION:

The Planner Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and executing the planning and scheduling of production, materials, and resources to ensure optimal efficiency and timely execution of operational goals. This role requires strong analytical skills, leadership, and coordination to balance demand, capacity, and supply chain requirements. The Planner Supervisor will be responsible for their own subset of planner duties, as well as overseeing their team’s planner responsibilities. This role will work closely with various departments, including production, procurement, logistics, and quality control, to ensure seamless execution of plans.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop, maintain, oversee, and participate in production and material planning scheduled to ensure timely completion of orders.
• Release and manage work orders from inception to completion using MRP system.
• Coordinate with production teams to manage workflow and minimize bottlenecks.
• Adjust schedules in response to demand fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, or unforeseen circumstances.
• Prepare production reports as required by the Program Manager or Director of Programs/Operations.
• Expedite operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Confers with Program Manager(s) to determine status of assigned projects.
• Supervise and guide planning team members, providing coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Act as the key liaison between production, procurement, sales, and logistics to align planning with business objectives.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings to review production schedules and resolve issues proactively.
• Other Job Duties, as assigned.

GENERAL:

• Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent with 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• College level education is a plus.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of a manufacturing facility with respect to production operations, machine shops, etc.
• Proficiency in planning software and MRP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Must be able to work onsite at our Stockton location consistent with our 9/80 work week schedule with every other Friday off.
• Workspace is indoors in a temperature controlled, generally quiet office building.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform desk-based computer tasks.
• There may be occasional lifting of under 25lbs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with business needs and applicable law.

Due to the nature of our work and applicable U.S. export control laws, this position requires International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) eligibility. Only individuals who qualify as a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, refugees, or asylees), unless specified otherwise within job description, are eligible for employment.

Applied Aerospace & Defense (“AA&D”) is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to disability, medical condition, or other protected reason may contact the Human Resources Department. Requests will be reviewed in accordance with applicable law.

Where required by law, the applicable pay range and a summary of benefits and other compensation for this position will be provided.