Production Planning Support Aerospace
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. transforms the lives of people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. Through employment opportunities, we are a catalyst for empowerment. We foster self-confidence and instill a life changing affirmation that independence is possible. From our expertise in cutting-edge technology to our understanding of mobility, we help people who are blind and DeafBlind live fulfilling lives.
We believe everyone, no matter their vision abilities, deserves to experience the power of employment. Our goal for each person we reach is to ignite a fire of determination that is centered on the reality that blindness doesn’t define who you are or how you choose to live.
We are currently seeking a person who identifies strongly with our mission and core values to join our team as Production Planning Support working in our Aerospace division. The ideal candidate will have experience working in aerospace production, and general office/clerical experience as well as a high attention to detail.
Purpose:
Provide assistance and backup when needed to support our team. Provide support with customer production by scheduling work for production and tracking it through the manufacturing process.
Responsibilities:
- Process customer job orders including scheduling and maintaining all required documentation.
- Adding jobs to the pack-slip.
- Per customer requirements request tools, assembly detail, raw materials, etc... as needed.
- Provide daily updates on work orders received, shipped, how many parts shipped, hot jobs, on hold, paint and in shop. Maintain electronic copies and distribute on a daily and weekly basis.
- Assume responsibilities as backup as needed.
- File work orders as needed.
- Open work orders, establish a due date, print and organize as needed.
- Ship jobs to Outside Processing Partners.
- Commitment to the job and goals of the department to meet customer expectations.
- Performs duties in conformance to company BMS as well as AS9100/ISO standards and procedures.
- Ensures the adherence to production safety and health standards, policies and procedures.
- Immediately notify supervisor and/or Safety Manager of any safety and health concerns and problems.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Two to three years minimum production support and/or general office or clerical/administrative experience is required.
- Ability to work safely in a team environment. Ability to work independently, take initiative and problem solve effectively.
- Prior experience in part marking, shipping and packaging preferred.
- Strong organization and prioritizing skills required. Exceptionally strong attention to detail and strong ability to follow through to support production schedules and deadlines.
- Computer skills including Microsoft Suite with proficiency with Excel.
- ERP experience preferred, experience with Oracle a plus.
- Ability to navigate websites.
- Ability to work schedule as assigned.
Company benefits may include:
- 12 Paid Holidays per year
- Up to 17 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
- Medical, Dental, and vision plans
- Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D
- Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Team Member Referral Bonus Program
- Paid Leave for Service Animal Training
- Focus on Upward Mobility
- Inclusive and Supportive Team Environment
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.