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Safran

Production Planner Level 2

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What they do

A Production Planner plans and manages production and distribution processes for a company and identifies ways to improve efficiency. Analyzes work flows, plans and schedules orders, manages materials orders and monitors inventory; coordinates with suppliers and vendors.

$87,454 / year median in California

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Production Planner Level 2
  • Job details
  • General information
  • Entity
  • Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense.
Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems. Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day. Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe. Did you know? We have probably already flown together! Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here. (
Hyperlink:
https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)
  • Reference number
  • 2026-187028
  • Job details
  • Domain
  • Performance and Support
  • Job field / Job profile
  • Supply chain - Mps planner
  • Job title
  • Production Planner Level 2
  • Employment type
  • Permanent
  • Professional category
  • Employees / Staff
  • Part time / Full time
  • Full-time
  • Job description
  • Here, we craft excellence together. Your mission? Making the journey the most enjoyable part of the trip. Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Production Planner 2, you'll play a pivotal part on our Planning team. This position contributes to our vision by:
  • Plans and schedules work flow for every single work station according to the manufacturing sequence of operation and control lead time.
  • Control the material requirements, as per BOM's, manufacturing sequence, assembly and production work flow.
  • Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
  • Prepares production reports, productivity reports, cost analysis graphs and delivery charts that drive process and performance improvement.
  • Reviews and evaluates engineering drawings, calculates quantities and types of material, parts, or other items required, determines "make versus buy," establishes safety stock/Reorder points, and validates Bill of Material in the MRP system
  • Sets up all purchase requisitions for Purchasing personnel, based on need dates, lead times and quantity requirements
  • Plans and releases intercompany requirements and maintains Distribution Orders to ensure on time delivery and right quality
  • Manages intercompany transfers
  • Read, interpret, create and validate complex, multi-level Bill of Material
  • Evaluates shortages and manages prompt solutions keeping appropriate stakeholders informed of any potential problem as required.
  • Reads and reviews engineering drawings and documentation and coordinate any changes
  • Maintains inventory levels to meet company goals
  • Supports testing and certification requirements for new programs
  • Preserves engineering revision control
  • May provide leadership, coaching and/or mentoring to less experienced staff
  • Performs work under general supervision
  • Handles moderately complex issues and problems, and escalates more complex issues to higher level staff
  • But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
  • Safran Cabin is #1 worldwide for business and regional aircraft interiors.
Here, you will build your skills and grow with a community of experts to enrich yourself every day. Here, collaboration is embodied within the diversity of our teams all around the world. Here, we're cutting our emissions, not your ambitions. Together, let's shape the sustainable future of aeronautics. Learn more about Safran Cabin! Why join us? At Safran Cabin, we provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
    Your Benefits:
    Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, and employee discounts & rewards for consumer products/services and more!
    • Candidate skills & requirements
    Education:
    Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience working in an ERP/MRP environment required
    Experience:
    3+ years of production planning and/or material planning experience
    Computer Skills:
    • Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO9001
    • MS Office Skills (Excel, PowerPoint)
    • Experience with an MRP system.
    Other Skills:
    • Demonstrated knowledge of materials planning system (MRP/ERP) requirements, purchase order and manufacturing order generation process logic, and inventory management practices.
    • Demonstrated understanding of Material Management operational concepts surrounding production planning, inventory control, purchasing, stockroom operation and shipping and receiving.
    • Familiarity with the procurement of raw materials, standards, parts, and commodities related to aircraft lavatory production.
    • Effective oral and written communications skills
    • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with attention to detail
    • Problem solving, well organized, detailed oriented and accurate
    • Ability to read and analyze engineering prints and drawings
    • Dedication and commitment to ensure all work is completed without exception.
    • Willingness to learn and develop new competencies
    • Strong written and verbal business communications abilities
    • Self-starter with ability to drive improvement, meet timeliness and objectives
    • Identifying problems working with teams to solve through leading actions collaboratively
    • Ability to analyze and communicate requirements
    • Ability to negotiate, influence, and win respect
    • Ability to make timely decisions and take action
    • Ability to provide information regarding tasks, plans, schedule and strategy to stakeholders
    • Customer service oriented
    • Annual salary
    • $70,310-$91,870
    • Job location
    • Job location
    • North America, United States, California, Los Angeles
    • City (-ies)
    • CA 90746
      Carson
    • Applicant criteria
    • Minimum education level achieved
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Minimum experience level required
    • More than 3 years
    • Additional Languages preferred
    • English (Fluent)
    • ITAR Controlled Position:
      Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency
    • No