Crane Aerospace & Electronics has an outstanding opportunity for a Production Planner in Burbank, CA. The Production Planner is responsible for creating work orders, scheduling production, and coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials to support the established MRP production schedule. The Production Planner is usually responsible for planning activities for either a moderate depth of top- and sub-assemblies or a moderate breadth of differing lines of production. The Production Planner accomplishes this by coordinating with the operations and procurement teams to ensure the movement of materials and resources through departments to meet production schedules. Essential Functions: Create work orders in Oracle ERP for assigned department or product line according to established Kanban and Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) requirements Create “Non-Standard” rework orders when requested by M.E. (Manufacturing Engineer) ensuring proper material allocations, accounting codes and MRP inventory parameters are correct Assist with the creation “New Product Introduction (NPI)” work orders, working closely with the NPI Manager to ensure timely planning, scheduling, and delivery Assist higher level Planners and Configuration Management (CM) in the set-up of new Part Numbers in Oracle (i.e, MRP parameters, Make/Buy, Planner Codes etc.) Assist in the Make/Buy Process Distribute production schedules or work orders to the floor by coordinating with production supervisors Expedite operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions Identify and resolve daily material issues, such as shortages, by facilitating or expediting necessary components to support the production needs. Escalate shortages to appropriate parties for resolution Review and analyze capacity to understand production impacts based on requests such as pull-ins, non-standards, OEM returns, and other production needs not aligned to MRP. Revise production schedules when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages, backlogs, or other production interruptions by collaborating with required stakeholders (e.g., Management, CAMs, Buyers, Operations, Engineering, etc.) Communicate with front end (CAs, CAMs, PMs) when product will not be completed on time and provide recovery dates Prepare production reports such as risk reports, on-time delivery reports, aged WIP reports, etc. A ny other task assigned by supervisor or management Non-Essential Functions : May assist higher level Production Planners with auditing, updating, and maintaining MRP signal data and other production data in Oracle with VSM and Master Scheduler support Support Crane Business System initiative by participating in kaizen events Review, analyze, and sign Engineering change requests Implement ECO’s and BOM changes in Oracle by collaborating ME’s to determine and reconcile impacts to WIP Minimum Qualifications: Experience: A minimum of 3 to 5+ years’ experience in scheduling, supply chain or fulfillment Knowledge: Knowledge of manufacturing, production planning and materials control functions; Familiarity with scheduling and capacity planning tools; Working knowledge of production planning, material requirements planning, and Kanban systems; Knowledge of MRP parameters. Skills/Abilities: Skilled in navigating and using an ERP system; Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including high proficiency with Excel; Strong detail-orientation; Strong analytical and problem solving abilities; Effective communication skills, both verbal and written; Effective interpersonal skills; Ability to coordinate materials and production schedules with multiple inputs and outputs Education/Certification : High school diploma or GED Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Preferred Qualifications: E xperience with Lean Manufacturing Experience with Oracle, ideally version 11i Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field of study Strong understanding of Kanban Systems, JIT, POU, FIFO, Level loading and their application to manufacturing processes About Crane : Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value. Salary range: $69,407 to $98,800. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law. #LI-MD1 #CAE