Production Planner

Job Title: Production Planner

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Production Planner/Scheduler to join our team. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in a fast-paced, high mix, low volume production environment. A background in the aerospace, defense, or new tech sectors is highly desirable. This role demands a metrics-driven individual with a solid knowledge of ERP/MES tools and excellent skills in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust production schedules to ensure optimal use of resources.
• Monitor and adjust production schedules in response to changes in demand, resource availability, and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to align production activities with organizational goals.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure alignment with production targets and timelines.
• Utilize data analysis to identify trends, forecast production needs, and implement process improvements.
• Generate reports and present findings to management.
• Use ERP/MES tools to manage production workflows, inventory, and materials planning.
• Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance within ERP/MES systems.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to optimize the use of ERP/MES systems for production planning.
• Act as a liaison between production, supply chain, and other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Conduct regular meetings to communicate production goals, status updates, and address any issues.
• Foster a collaborative working environment to drive cross-functional team success.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to implement innovative solutions.
• Drive lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and maximize productivity.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience in production planning/scheduling within a high mix, low volume environment.
• Prior experience in aerospace, defense, or new tech industries.
• Strong proficiency in ERP/MES tools and advanced Excel skills; SQL skills are a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Production Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field is preferred, but not required.

Work Environment

The position is based onsite at the HQ located in Long Beach, in the EDC building

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Long Beach, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $38.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Long Beach,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.