Manufacturing Planner Associate

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 Lockheed Martin | Camden   Lockheed Martin is seeking a Manufacturing Planner Associate to support production planning and material readiness for our Camden operations. This role is ideal for candidates looking to build foundational experience in production planning, inventory control, and supply chain coordination within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.   You will partner closely with Quality, Purchasing, Warehousing, and Production teams to ensure materials and schedules align to meet program demands.   Key Responsibilities • Monitor production schedules and ensure work orders are released on time to support program needs • Create and maintain reports to track material status, shortages, and schedule performance • Coordinate daily material requirements with Purchasing and Expediting teams • Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies to maintain accurate system data • Confirm material supply and demand to support uninterrupted production flow • Communicate material availability risks and potential production impacts to program and operations teams • Support stock transfers and inter-site material movements as needed • Assist in resolving shortages, over-shipments, engineering changes, and traceability concerns • Maintain and update MRP parameters (lead times, lot sizes, BOM changes) in coordination with Engineering and Change Control • Assist in preparing and processing DD250 documentation to support product shipments and customer acceptance, ensuring required data and approvals are complete and accurate   What You’ll Gain • Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems • Exposure to production planning and manufacturing operations • Cross-functional collaboration across supply chain and production • A strong foundation for career growth within Planning & Control Basic Qualifications 
 • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or equivalent planning experience/combined education • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel • Effective communication skills and ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds and functions • Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical thinking skills • Ability to support business needs, including overtime and weekend work when required • Ability to work full-time onsite in Camden   Desired Skills 
 • Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP or similar) • Experience using Excel to analyze data and create reports • Exposure to inventory control, material coordination, logistics, warehousing, or production planning • Experience identifying and resolving discrepancies or process issues • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities • Experience working directly with customers, suppliers, operations, or production teams • Interest in developing a career in Production Planning & Control Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $44500.00 - $82700.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.   Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term