Production Control Planner-Santa Ana
PCX Aerostructures, LLC | |
United States, California, Santa Ana | |
2040 East Dyer Road (Show on map) | |
Jun 17, 2026 | |
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Title Production Control Planner-Santa Ana About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms. EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer. Description Role Summary/Purpose: The Production Control planner will be responsible for defined work or projects with moderate complexity. In this role, you will follow an individual work plan, meet day-to-day short-term objectives for the Production organization and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning. Essential Responsibilities: * Coordinate and execute scheduling activities for assigned part numbers using advanced planning system * Coordinate input on material shortages, outside processing, and delivery of hardware * Identify and react to material plans that do not meet customer requirements * Monitor implementation of corrective action plans * Provide effective scheduling and implementation of all programs based on the Master Schedule, cycle time, hardware / tooling availability, and status to schedules * Monitor supply and demand misalignment using advanced planning system, and collaborate with manufacturing sources to implement corrective action plans * Act as a focal point and monitor assigned areas to ensure hardware and sub assemblies' delivery dates meet production needs * Coordinate the efforts of cross-functional groups and across shifts to resolve bottlenecks, parts shortages, machine maintenance, and manpower issues * Assure timely shipments to all customers * Prepare and implement work orders and plans as required * Interface with demand management, scheduling, fulfillment team, configuration control, supply sources, customer service reps and other organizations as required * Maintain accurate trace ability for all records created during manufacturing of products, and ICR transfers * Analyze and measure the current production status and identify problem areas that inhibit full schedule realization * Analyze data to determine opportunities to decrease inventory, improve customer service levels and reduce total costs Qualifications/Requirements: * Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or high school diploma / GED and at least 4 years of experience in a product planning capacity) Desired Characteristics: * Prior experience in production control or planning, supervision, sourcing and/or material control environment * Ability to manage multiple tasks and establish effective work priorities * Ability to work effectively in all environments * Demonstrated oral and written communication skills * Strong interpersonal and leadership skills * Strong analytical abilities, including use of Excel and complex spreadsheets * At least 1 year of experience in utilizing ERP planning systems Physical Requirements (Lifting, Walking, Bending, Stooping kneeling etc): The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening and applicants must meet INTEGRAL AEROSPACE security standards as imposed by DoD, including the issuance of any necessary security clearance by the U.S. Government within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. The Company will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Integral Aerospace, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees Position Requirements Shift First Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Santa Ana Category Materials Management Req Number MAT-26-00002 Position Production Control Planner-Santa Ana Close Date Post Internal Days 0 Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Hiring Manager(s) This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now | |
Jun 17, 2026