Production Control Planner

PCX Aerostructures, LLC
United States, Connecticut, Manchester
Feb 06, 2026
Title Production Control Planner 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 The Production Control Planner will use various tools and knowledge of the manufacturing process to facilitate material availability and material flow through the factory in order to support the plant shipment plan. They will partner with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Quality to: 1) develop achievable work center schedules; 2) prioritize if constraints are present and 3) reschedule work as needed. Responsibilities Create, maintain, and communicate work center schedules. Manage production orders; starts/release; date changes; order splitting; shortages. Prioritize work at independent and shared work centers. Interface with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and QA on issues and rescheduling. Identify risks to production plan, evaluate the impact and resolve to remove risk. Drive to root cause of material shortages and production misses and develop countermeasures. Use of EPICOR-ERP system as a primary tool for planning production. Maintain MRP master data and processes, lot size, lead time, scrap rate Follow first articles from start to finish, monitor innovation/development production. Document standard work. Actively participate in continuous improvement activities. Actively participate in Safety initiatives. Physical Requirements: Sitting at desk and working on a computer for extended periods of time. Frequent standing and walking. Occasional bending and lifting up to 50 lbs Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement. Unusual Environmental Conditions: Loud machining environment; minimal exposure to aerospace metals, lubricants, and chemicals. Required Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear, hearing protection may be required, or other protective equipment as needed. Qualifications - Required US Citizen Bachelor Degree preferred Minimum 5-8 years production planning experience in Aerospace or similar manufacturing industry. This role will require a high level of energy, creating thinking and problem solving abilities. A proactive team player with a background in production planning/scheduling and inventory control. Knowledge and experience of MRP/ERP and SCM in a data-driven environment. Strong organizational and time management skills Strong manufacturing and scheduling or materials management experience Strong computer skills (MS word, excel, powerpoint, ERP) Proficient in MS office (Outlook, Excel, Word and Access) APICS certification (CPIM or CFPIM) a plus Position Requirements Shift First Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester Category Production Req Number PRO-25-00009 Position Production Control Planner 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