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Production Planning EngineerJob Description

We are seeking an experienced self-starter and highly organized Production Planner to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an ERP 'Guru,' overseeing efficient operations scheduling, production orders, inventory levels monitoring, ERP processes implementation, and maintaining the data integrity of the ERP system. This role requires mastering the ERP system processes and transactions pertaining to production, procurement, shipping, receiving, work orders, and MRP runs.

Responsibilities

+ Plan purchases, inventory levels, sales orders, and work orders utilizing Microsoft 365 Business Central ERP.

+ Manage inventory levels and ensure that shortages are addressed promptly to avoid disruption in workflows.

+ Create and maintain ERP data integrity for all operational activities and ensure that all documents are filed and posted properly.

+ Develop and implement operational processes and workflows within the ERP system to ensure that materials and resources are used efficiently.

+ Proactively identify operational risks and inefficiencies and propose solutions to address them.

+ Review production performance and update planning related data to accurately reflect operations capabilities and available capacity within the Microsoft 365 Business Central ERP.

+ Work cross-functionally with all operational areas to ensure alignment.

+ Liaise with relevant corporate personnel at all levels.

Essential Skills

+ Extensive experience with Microsoft Business Central/Dynamics 365.

+ 2+ years of Proven experience as a materials/production planner or similar role.

+ Bachelor's degree in Production or Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related academic fields.

+ Excellent knowledge of production planning, inventory planning, and quality control principles.

+ Mastery of Microsoft Business Central/Dynamics for executing operational transactions.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

+ Ability to understand production metrics and forecast future requirements to ensure efficient resource allocation and production scheduling

+ Experience in Aerospace/Defense prefered but not a must

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in aerospace material planning.

+ Familiarity with quality control principles.

Work Environment

The role is based in a new production facility located in Stafford, VA, built just 2 years ago. Join a fast-growing team within a highly niche technology area of loitering munition systems, including remote-controlled drones and warheads.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

• 401(k)• Dental insurance• Health insurance• Life insurance• Paid time off• Vision insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Stafford,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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