Planner I

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components.

Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients.  Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America’s aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement.   We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. 

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a ‘full service’ provider.

For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com

Position Description

The Planner I supports production planning and material coordination to ensure timely execution of manufacturing schedules in a regulated aerospace environment.

Essential Functions

• Assist with creating and maintaining production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability.
• Release and manage work orders in ERP/MRP systems, namely IFS.
• Monitor progress against production schedules and report schedule adherence, delivery risks, and significant variances.
• Escalate material shortages, schedule risks, and production issues in a timely manner.
• Track work-in-process (WIP) and update production schedules as needed.
• Support the implementation of approved engineering changes by coordinating with Engineering, Quality, and Production and updating affected part numbers, work orders, and planning information in IFS, as directed.
• Maintain and update planning parameters in IFS.
• Develop shop floor control knowledge through on-the-job training and daily planning activities.
• Use Excel to organize, analyze, and report planning and production data.
• Communicate schedule updates and material concerns to Production and cross-functional teams.
• Participate in team meetings, process improvement activities, and other departmental initiatives.
• Support inventory control and cycle count activities.
• Proactively suggest and support process improvements within the Planning function.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with AS9100 requirements and internal procedures.
• Contribute to a positive, cooperative work environment through effective communication and teamwork.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in production planning, material coordination, manufacturing, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Basic understanding of production planning and/or the movement of materials within an ERP system.
• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Excel to analyze data.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing requirements while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to interpret basic technical or manufacturing documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a US Citizen.

This position is located 100% onsite at our Black Mountain NC facility.  Relocation assistance is not available.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans