Production Plannner at Ontic in Chatsworth, CA

Summary: Ontic Engineering & Manufacturing Inc is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. They are seeking a Production Planner who will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and tracking material requirements to support the production of aircraft products, ensuring alignment with customer delivery schedules. Responsibilities: - Plan, track, and prioritize production material requirements to meet Sales Order schedule dates - Create and release work orders to the shop floor in a timely manner - Develop and maintain process flow charts for key, critical, or new products when required - Schedule, prioritize, and monitor production processes and material availability - Coordinate with Purchasing, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to ensure delivery commitments are met - Support cross-functional initiatives that improve production planning and operational performance - Perform other planning-related responsibilities as assigned - Gain familiarity with assigned product lines and begin supporting a defined group of products - Release work orders within required timeframes while considering resource capacity and inventory levels - Independently support multiple product lines and make sound planning decisions related to production demand and supply - Identify issues affecting delivery and coordinate corrective actions with appropriate teams - Continuously improve the use of MRP/ERP systems and planning tools to increase efficiency and visibility Required Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent required - Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and ERP/MRP systems - Understanding of multi-level Bills of Material (BOM), MRP demand and supply planning, lead times, safety stock, and min/max inventory strategies - Strong organizational and interpersonal skills - Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word - Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing teams Preferred Qualifications: - APICS certification (CPIM or equivalent) - Aerospace or medical manufacturing experience - Ability to read and interpret technical drawings/blueprints Required Skills: APICS CPIM certification, Manufacturing processes, ERP systems, MRP systems, Multi-level Bills of Material (BOM), MRP demand and supply planning, Lead time management, Safety stock management, Inventory min/max strategies, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Technical drawing interpretation Benefits: Comprehensive medical insurance, Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave, Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution, Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance), Flexible working arrangements, Paid volunteering opportunities, Access to mental health champions across our sites, Commitment to development, Employee referral program