Production Planner

Date Posted:2026-06-22 Country:United States of America Location:US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6 Position Role Type:Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.What You Will DoExecute and manage daily, weekly and monthly production schedules, connecting material and resource availability for sales and operations execution (S&OE) horizonCoordinate with cross functional teams, master schedulers, quality, engineering, purchasing, inventory control, program management leaders and other groupsIssue Resolution: Identify risks including shortages, bottlenecks, and disruptions; implement recovery and mitigation plans with cross-functional teamTrack status of material availability and production readiness (leverage detailed capacity) to support the production planAnalyze clear-to-build status to release, resequencing, and prioritize production ordersReporting & Analysis: Prepare and present key metrics to support leadership decision-making: on time starts, COGIs, Clear to Build, Exception Message management for make partsException message processing for STOs/internal WOResponsible for managing nonstandard flow of materials such as pass-through shipments, shop overload parts, outside processing, etc.Evaluate and coordinate production orders to ensure a controlled flow of materials and services to meet customer requirements.Release, sequence, perform detailed scheduling using APS (where applicable) and reschedule orders based on customer priorities, material availability, and capacityIdentify bottlenecks, develop recovery plans for past-due orders, and drive execution through the S&OE horizonCoordinate with procurement to secure timely delivery of materials (shortage reviews, material availability) to convert planned orders to production orders on timeCommunicate any slips or production impacts that affect sales or delivery commitmentsQualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experienceExperience with either Supply Chain, Planning or Production Control, Property Management, Logistics, and/or Inventory.Qualifications We PreferSAP knowledge and experienceExperience using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) processes and/or softwareAbility to set and work towards goals at a “big picture” level, and influence change at a detailed operational levelProblem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional operational environment.What We OfferSome of our competitive benefits package includes:  Medical, dental, and vision insurance  Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  Tuition reimbursement program Student Loan Repayment Program  Life insurance and disability coverage  Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning  Adoption Assistance  Autism Benefit  Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions  Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits  Bright Horizons, child and elder care services Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  And more!Learn More & Apply Now!​Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide. Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.  At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with ou