Job Title: Senior Associate, Production Planning, Depot/Repairs

Job Code: 18536

Job Location: Clifton, NJ

Job Description:

The Space and Airborne Systems Segment of L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr. Associate, Production Planner to join our team in Clifton, New Jersey.  The ideal candidate is an energetic individual with strong problem-solving ability as well as excellent skills in the areas of communication (both written and verbal); organization (physical and electronic); collaboration; and interpersonal interactions. The candidate must be detailed-oriented, reliable, able to prioritize, follow-up, and possess strong time management skills. Depot Repairs is responsible for identifying and resolving hardware problems and communicating hardware statuses within a timely manner. Under the general supervision, this position is responsible for assisting in improving the performance, productivity, and efficiency of the depot repair goals.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in the development of strategic plans for depot activity; implements and manages depot plans.
• Recommends improvements to processes and policies in support of organizational goals; implements departmental policies and procedures to maximize output.
• Presents corrective and preventative actions to maintain world-class customer service and continuous improvement.
• Collaborates with other department supervisors to ensure smooth inter-department processes and procedures.
• Completes all projects assigned by management within the required timeframe.
• Conducts periodic inventory audits in the department and reconciles physical counts.
• Interfaces with Production Managers, Shop Floor Supervisors, and the Depot Planning Manager to schedule and prioritize hardware.
• Facilitates coordination and communication between supporting functions to develop a strategy to increase repair throughput and reduce cycle times.
• Creates, tracks, and monitors monthly metrics and exceeds monthly delivery goals defined internally by implementing a repair strategy for increasing repair velocity.
• Regularly reviews and updates command media and creates SOP work instructions.
• Maintains team engagement and a positive work environment, supporting the company’s culture.

Qualifications:

• Secret Clearance.
• Requires broad theoretical knowledge of job area typically obtained through higher education combined with experience. Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of prior related experience or Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related Production Planning and Depots/Repairs experience.  

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with MRP.