Senior, Production Planner

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Why work at Chromalloy?

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee - regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave-all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Summary

The Senior Production Planner is responsible for leading the planning and scheduling function across the site. This role owns the development of the monthly production plan, ensures optimal flow of WIP through the facility, manages outside-processing visibility, and drives system and process improvements. The Senior Planner acts as the primary planning liaison to Operations leadership and coaches junior planners.

Key Responsibilities

1. Monthly Production & Revenue Planning

• Build the monthly/quarterly production plan to support revenue targets.
• Perform constraint analysis and capacity modeling to identify bottlenecks.
• Run what-if scenarios to optimize throughput and pull revenue forward.
• Present schedule commitments and risks in weekly leadership meetings.

2. Detailed Scheduling & WIP Management

• Maintain accurate WIP status across all stages of production.
• Monitor aging WIP and develop recovery plans.
• Manage induction planning to ensure proper sequencing of work.
• Coordinate with receiving, inspection, engineering, and operations to eliminate delays.

3. Outside Processing (OPR) Tracking

• Build and maintain dashboards for vendor status, aging, and lead-time performance.
• Manage vendor communication for critical path orders.
• Identify vendor risks and propose mitigation actions.

4. Capacity Planning & Optimization

• Analyze work center load vs. available hours to identify constraints.
• Recommend overtime, alternative routing, partial release strategies, or sequencing changes.
• Support staffing and cross-training plans.

5. ERP (Epicor) System Ownership

• Maintain planning parameters and ensure accurate travellers/BOMs.
• Create and enforce standard work for planning and scheduling processes.
• Lead continuous improvement for Epicor scheduling and data quality.

6. Cross-Functional Leadership

• Serve as the planning representative in operations meetings.
• Escalate risks early and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and Customer Service.

7. Coaching & Mentoring

• Train and mentor junior planners.
• Delegate tactical tasks and develop planning team capabilities.
• Lead by example in accountability, communication, and analysis.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of production planning experience (MRO/aerospace preferred).
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (Epicor experience a plus).
• Advanced Excel skills; Power BI preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct capacity planning and scenario modeling.
• Strong communication skills with ability to influence at multiple levels.
• APICS CPIM/CSCP preferred.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/