Manufacturing Production Planner

Trident Maritime Systems - CAC, LLC

Newport News, VAFull-time$29/hrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$29/hr
Location
Newport News, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Trident Maritime Systems - CAC, LLC is hiring a Manufacturing Production Planner. The Manufacturing Production Planner assists with day‑to‑day operations in planning and scheduling, creating work packages, managing materials, and ensuring production goals are met efficiently while coordinating with other teams and maintaining safety, quality, and budget standards.

Key focus areas include Assist with the creation of work packages, instructions, and material management to meet quality standards and align with production schedules, Collaborate with other departments to ensure proper material availability and prevent shortages or overstock, and Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to safety regulations, company standards, and customer requirements.

Important skills include Blueprint Reading, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Math Skills, and Analytical Skills.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Blueprint ReadingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsMath SkillsAnalytical SkillsMaterial Requirements Planning Software ProficiencyVerbal and Written Communication

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDBachelor's Degree in Relevant Field3+ Years Manufacturing Planning ExperienceManufacturing Planning Experience 1+ YearsManagement Experience 1+ YearsAbility to Commute to Newport News VAAbility to Relocate to Newport News VAShipyard Apprenticeship Completed

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Full Time [Non-Exempt]

Indirect

HII - Newport News, VA

Hampton, VA, Newport News, VA, US

Salary: $29.00 Hourly

The Manufacturing Production Planner is responsible for assisting with day-to-day operations in the planning and scheduling area, including the creation of work packages, instructions, material management, and ensuring production goals are met in an efficient and timely manner. This role supports the coordination of workflow and ensures adherence to safety, quality, and budgetary standards. The planner will work closely with other teams to address any production-related challenges, such as material shortages or disruptions in workflow, and help ensure that all processes are followed correctly.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the creation of work packages, instructions, and material management to meet quality standards and align with production schedules.

  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure proper material availability and prevent shortages or overstock.

  • Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to safety regulations, company standards, and customer requirements.

  • Address issues related to material shortages or disruptions in workflow to help maintain production timelines.

  • Assist in coordinating with inventory and purchasing teams to ensure timely availability of materials.

  • Support in tracking and reporting on the status of work in progress, material availability, and any potential production issues.

  • Maintain a safe working environment and ensure safety procedures are followed.

  • Assist with other planning-related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED (Required); bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Preferred)

  • Must have blueprint reading experience

  • 3+ years of relevant manufacturing/planning experience

  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

  • Understanding of production processes, quality control, and inventory management

  • Strong math and analytical skills

  • Technical proficiency in material requirements planning and scheduling software

  • Verbal and written communication skills

  • Bonus if you have completed a shipyard apprenticeship

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

  • M-F 6AM-2:30PM

Experience:

  • Manufacturing Planning: 1 year (Required)

  • Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Newport News, VA 23607 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Newport News, VA 23607: Relocate before starting work (Required)

6:00AM-2:30PM M-F

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