Manufacturing Planner / Scheduler II

JOB ID: 659979BR Date posted: Jan.
18, 2024 Description:Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.
As we journey through a new era of space, Lockheed Martin Space is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder.
Our amazing team is on a mission to make a difference in the world.
Every day, our 115,000 employees come to work with one focus – our customers’ hardest missions.
Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience, and precision.
They’re dangerous.
Critical.
Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives.
Those are the missions we care about.
We provide the resources, support, and the focus.
You bring the passion and courage to envision limitless possibilities and we’ll tackle those missions with you and stay ahead of ready.
Going to space is just the beginning.
It’s what you do when you get there that matters.
We build satellites and spacecraft that do amazing things in space for our government and commercial customers.
Connecting people, advancing discovery, and protecting what matters most.
Our satellites give earlier warning of severe weather, connect troops on the battlefield, and deliver GPS directions to a billion people worldwide.
We also take rocket science to the next level developing systems that protect from both a distance and in close-combat.
We are pioneering the future of missile defense and hypersonic technology, and we’re doing it all with a team of incredible employees across the world.
As we look to the future, we’re driving innovations to help our customers do even more in orbit.
Come, join our Manufacturing team in the dynamic world of Space.
Here, we are driven by innovation and integrity.
By applying the highest standards of business ethics and a forward-thinking mindset, we believe everything is within our reach – and yours – as a Lockheed Martin employee.
Our facility in Courtland, AL has an immediate opportunity for an early career level Manufacturing Scheduler/Planner to join our mission.
In this role you will support planning, scheduling, order requesting, and materials management.
Additionally, you will work on multiple manufacturing activities within various manufacturing functions and facilities.
This is a 1st shift position on a 4x10 schedule working Thursday - Sunday.
What will you be working on? You will… • Perform Make Buy and/or Bill of Material (BOM) planning activities associated with Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) transactions • Generate and maintain/manage detailed manufacturing schedules • Maintain production systems integrity to drive inventory optimization to minimize cost • Expedite and optimize material flow through the supply chain to meet customer requirements • Establish Materials in the SAP/ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system • Request orders for required materials • Analyze and process disposition/renewal requests for Expired Shelf-Life Materials • Collaborate with Program and Manufacturing Center customers to support Manufacturing Operations with required materials • Execute material transfer requests between facilities • Serve as the Buy Part Planning POC (Point of Contact) for assigned Programs by providing regular Supply Chain Pipeline status and addressing all program-specific concerns Our employees working in this level of position typically have 3 - 6 years of experience.
Join us.
Let’s do Space! #LockheedMartinSpacePME Basic Qualifications: • Understanding of Manufacturing Resource Planning methods and processes • Experience creating/maintaining manufacturing schedules • Knowledge of MS Project or another comparable scheduling software • This position requires U.
S.
citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance Desired Skills: • A Bachelor degree in an engineering/technical and/or business discipline such as Industrial Engineering/Management, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain Management, etc.
• Active Secret security clearance • Experience with, or classroom knowledge of, implementing process improvements, conducting root cause analysis, and/or performing engineering design changes into manufacturing documentation • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications • Lean Six Sigma/Green Belt Certification.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software.
• Manufacturing and test processes, tools and systems experience • Experience using SAP for managing demand throughout the Supply Chain • Shop Floor Control and/or Inventory Management experience • Knowledge of electrostatic discharge (ESD), Ordnance and electronic assembly • Harness fabrication and testing experience • Experience engaging with and/or leading cross functional teams including technicians, manufacturing engineers, process engineers, quality, production leads, supply chain process owners, and program engineering • Experience in leading and/or participating in Lean Manufacturing and six sigma process improvement events • Proven written and verbal skills to effectively communicate with managers, directors, employees and customers to maintain a viable working relationship To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin fosters an inclusive work environment that encourages differences and big-picture thinking.
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.
Benefits you can enjoy include: • Medical {many choices of plans; some LM locations have on-site medical} • Dental • 401k {with generous matching} • Generous Paid time off • Work/life balance, family-friendly environment • Career development, career-growth, and lots of learning opportunities for aspiring minds • Fun, talented, and witty teammates • Knowledgeable, supportive, and engaged leadership • Diverse, inclusive, and community-minded organization • Mentorship opportunities • Rewards & recognition • Generous Tuition Reimbursement We are creating a better today and tomorrow by seamlessly aligning diversity and inclusion efforts with Lockheed Martin’s values and business strategy.
We offer business resource groups such as African American Council for Excellence (AACE), The Women’s Impact Network (WIN), Hispanic Organization for Leadership & Awareness (HOLA), Military/Veterans Network, PRIDE LGBT Professional Network, and more.
We are also committed to enabling transitioning veterans to connect with their communities and find new purpose as they reintegrate into civilian life.
By clicking on the links, you can find out more on how we proudly support Global Diversity and Hiring Our Heroes.
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/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level:Experienced Professional Business Unit:SPACE Relocation Available:Possible Career Area:Manufacturing Type:Full-Time Shift:First At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Mission-Focused Innovation: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.
Foundational Values: Our culture of performance excellence, ethics, teamwork and inclusion is embedded in everything we do.
Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work: Grow your career and skills for life.
Our technology-driven learning platforms and programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities and our planet.
Commitment to Sustainability: We foster innovation, integrity and security to preserve the environment, strengthen diverse communities and propel growth.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer: Flexible Schedules, dependent on role Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions