Manfacturing Planner Senior / Production Planning and Control / Ops

Job ID:

726771BR Date posted: May. 05, 2026

Description:

You will be the Senior Manufacturing Planner for the Manufacturing Planning Team. Our team is responsible for optimizing production schedules, managing bill of materials, and ensuring material flow efficiency. What You Will Be Doing As the Senior Manufacturing Planner you will be responsible for driving inventory optimization, coordinating with supply chain stakeholders, and maintaining MRP parameters to support manufacturing operations. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Develop and execute make-buy and BOM planning strategies. Maintain and adjust MRP parameters, lead times, and lot sizes. Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and operations to align production schedules. Monitor shop-floor performance and expedite material flow to meet customer commitments. Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and inventory discrepancies. Why Join Us The ideal candidate is collaborative, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role offers the chance to influence end-to-end manufacturing processes and work with cutting-edge planning tools. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Further Information About This Opportunity This position is in Lufkin. Discover more about our Lufkin, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN

- This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or experience in a manufacturing environment, some education, and at least three years of related experience. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex information to stakeholders. Experience/Proficiency in SAP MRP, Microsoft Office, APRISO and production scheduling. Knowledge of production planning and scheduling principles, including MRP, lead times, and inventory management. Understanding of manufacturing operations. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with changing priorities and deadlines. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify and mitigate errors and discrepancies. Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.

Desired Skills:

Green Belt trained / certified. Inventory Control and material handling knowledge. Knowledge of Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS). Ability to understand engineering drawings and parts lists. APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification.

Security Clearance Statement:

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level:

Secret Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest:

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to

Work Remotely:

Onsite Full-time:

The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules:

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this

Position:

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level:

Experienced Professional Business Unit:

MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available:

Possible Career Area:

Manufacturing Type:

Full-Time Shift:

First