Production Planner I

Production Planner I Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Job Summary

Follow and audits the physical progress of materials through manufacturing or to insure conformance to schedule. Responsible for Planning and issuing work orders, reviewing expedited request and assisting in the daily production schedules along with driving adherence to the appropriate planning horizons. Acts as liaison to departments to assist in providing an uninterrupted flow of required materials.

Develops metrics to measure manufacturing performance to schedule (lead time, schedule attainment, and schedule adherence) and works with production to resolve issues in a timely manner. Expedite, schedule and process OSV orders. Focus on continuous improvement within scope of responsibilities for developing, improving, and implementing sound materials management practices.

Ensure ITAR compliance and control through secured and coded correspondence and designated/approved communication portals. Supporting Audits (internal and external). Performs other duties as assigned including leading projects and participation in project committees.