• Production Planning Engineer

    Actalent (Stafford, VA)


    Job Title: Production Planning EngineerJob Description

     

    We are seeking an experienced, self-starting, and highly organized Production Planner to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an ERP expert, responsible for overseeing efficient operations scheduling, production orders, inventory levels monitoring, ERP processes implementation, and maintaining data integrity within the ERP system. This role requires mastery of ERP system processes and transactions related 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 address shortages promptly to avoid disruptions in workflows.

    + Create and maintain ERP data integrity for all operational activities, ensuring proper documentation and posting.

    + Develop and implement operational processes and workflows within the ERP system to ensure efficient use of materials and resources.

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

    + Review production performance and update planning-related data to reflect operational 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

    + Experience with Microsoft Business Central/Dynamics.

    + Proven experience as a materials/production planner or in a similar role.

    + Strong foundation in Production or Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related academic fields.

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

    + Mastery in working with Microsoft Business Central/Dynamics to execute operational transactions.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

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

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Familiarity with materials planning, inventory management, aerospace, MRP, manufacturing, and materials management.

    Work Environment

    The role is based in a new production facility located in Stafford, VA, which was built just two years ago. Join a fast-growing team in a highly niche technology area specializing in 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 31, 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.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.