Production Planner – Grand Rapids, MI

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Production Planner - Grand Rapids, MI

Location: Walker, MI, United States

Category: Manufacturing Operations

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Walker

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: None

Career Level: Entry

Requisition ID: 17463155

Description: Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, a global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees worldwide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation in delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

Responsibilities to Anticipate this Role

The Associate production planner is responsible for supporting the development and execution of production schedules to meet customer demand, optimize resources, and maintain inventory levels. This role works closely with manufacturing, procurement, logistics and customer service teams to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of products.

• Assist in creating and maintaining detailed daily, weekly and monthly production schedules.
• Analyze demand forecasts and inventory data to plan material and production requirements.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to resolve conflicts or delays.
• Communicate with internal departments to coordinate planning activities.
• Track material availability and escalate supply issues that may impact production.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to streamline planning and scheduling processes.
• Generate and maintain reports related to production performance, inventory status and schedule adherence.
• Ensure accurate data entry into ERP or MRP systems.
• Participate in meetings to review production performance and capacity planning.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in supply chain, Operations Management or related field (Bachelor's preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or a manufacturing support role in a manufacturing or production environment required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Seven plus year experience in manufacturing, quality control or quality engineer required.
• Analytical mindset with problem solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, a global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees worldwide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation in delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

Responsibilities to Anticipate this Role

The Associate production planner is responsible for supporting the development and execution of production schedules to meet customer demand, optimize resources, and maintain inventory levels. This role works closely with manufacturing, procurement, logistics and customer service teams to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of products.

• Assist in creating and maintaining detailed daily, weekly and monthly production schedules.
• Analyze demand forecasts and inventory data to plan material and production requirements.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to resolve conflicts or delays.
• Communicate with internal departments to coordinate planning activities.
• Track material availability and escalate supply issues that may impact production.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to streamline planning and scheduling processes.
• Generate and maintain reports related to production performance, inventory status and schedule adherence.
• Ensure accurate data entry into ERP or MRP systems.
• Participate in meetings to review production performance and capacity planning.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in supply chain, Operations Management or related field (Bachelor's preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or a manufacturing support role in a manufacturing or production environment required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Seven plus year experience in manufacturing, quality control or quality engineer required.
• Analytical mindset with problem solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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