Description
Leidos is seeking a Production Planning Manager to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. The ideal candidate will need to have a background in Production Control, Multi-Resource Scheduling, and prior experience using Deltek CostPoint. This is a full-time position that includes excellent benefits.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage a Production Control Planning Team.
• Manage order demand within CostPoint (Inventory Reservations, CMR, or MRP).
• Maintain a Master Production Schedule using Dynafact Manufacturing Software.
• Conduct Program Status meetings with internal and external customers.
• Perform Capacity Analysis with a Business Development Team.
• Maintain and report on performance metrics such as On-Time Delivery, Schedule Adherence, Etc.
• Conduct Performance Evaluations.
• Foster a culture of Continuous Improvement.
• Work daily in MS Excel and Project Software per Program.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supervising or leading teams or projects.
• Familiarity with AS9100 Aerospace Standard.
• A strong working knowledge of Deltek CostPoint.
• Prior experience with Multi-Resource Scheduling (Experience in a CNC machining environment is a plus).
• Good computer skills (MS Excel, MS Project, ERP System Experience).
• Candidate must be knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, Leader Standard Work, Etc.).
• Candidate must be able to demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Candidate needs to have experience using Root Cause Analysis Techniques (Fishbone, 5 Why, etc.).
• Candidate must possess good written and verbal communication skills and be able to lead meetings with large groups of people.
• Candidate must be able to build a Production Schedule with or without Milestones from scratch.
• Must be a US Citizen and must possess and maintain a Final Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using MS Project or equivalent planning software.
• Prior experience leading a Production Control Team.

Original Posting Date: 2024-11-26While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here .
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