Planner I

The Planner I supports production planning and execution by developing basic production schedules, managing ERP transactions, and actively driving work orders through the production process. This role serves as both a planning support resource and a floor-level expeditor, ensuring material, documentation, and work orders progress through Receiving, Inspection, Assembly, Test, and Shipping without delays. The Planner I plays a critical role in maintaining data accuracy while proactively identifying and resolving execution gaps that impact on-time delivery.

Compensation:

Minimum Salary $ 57,697 - Maximum Salary $ 70,707 Production Planning Support Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules aligned with MPS and customer demand. Create and release shop orders based on production priorities and material readiness. Support scheduling meetings with status updates, risks, and recovery inputs. Production Execution & Expediting Actively track and drive work orders through all stages of production to meet planned ship dates. Identify and resolve execution blockers such as: Material shortages Missing or incorrect documentation WIP transaction gaps Inspection or quality holds Coordinate across Production, Quality, and Materials to prevent jobs from stalling. Escalate risks early and support recovery actions to protect delivery commitments. Provide clear, simple status updates (e.g., on track, at risk, shipping today). Material & Inventory Coordination Review material availability against production schedules and escalate shortages. Partner with Buyers and Material Planning to ensure timely material flow. Support inventory targets aligned with production plans. ERP Execution & Data Integrity Perform critical ERP transactions with high accuracy (order creation, moves, completions, corrections). Ensure WIP accurately reflects physical status on the floor. Correct discrepancies between system and actual production status. WIP Visibility & Floor Engagement Maintain real-time visibility of WIP across assigned programs or areas. Physically engage on the production floor to verify status and progress. Support movement of jobs, kits, and documentation as needed to maintain flow. Reporting & Communication Provide daily status updates on priority jobs and escalations. Generate basic reports on shortages, past due orders, and execution gaps. Communicate effectively across cross-functional teams to drive alignment.

Experience:

No experience is required. OR (4) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree. Bachelor's degree in related field of study

Compensation:

Minimum Salary $ 57,697 - Maximum Salary $ 70,707 About Frontgrade At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world's most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade. Why Work for Us We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That's why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You'll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you're building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission. Additional Information This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Other benefits include:

Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles Career Opportunity and Growth Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays) 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave