Senior Production Planner

Job Description

Senior Production Planner | SA-Edinburgh Parks 10-Feb-2025 BAE/1840902EXT SA-Edinburgh Parks Category: Manufacturing, Production & Support Position Type: Permanent - Full Time Application Close Date: 24-Feb-2025 At BAE Systems Australia Do interesting work that MATTERS. ENJOY what you do. GROW your career. Be YOU We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and groundbreaking technology. Collectively we make the impossible possible. About the OPPORTUNITY We have an opportunity for a Senior Production Planner to join our Advanced Manufacturing Team based at Edinburgh Parks SA, reporting to the Production Planning Lead. You will be responsible for ensuring that the project has what it needs to complete work on time, to stay on schedule and meet critical delivery timelines. Additionally, you will oversee activities related to handling delivery delays, confirming accuracy of inventory available in stores and on the shop floor. Key responsibilities include: Develop production plans to meet customer requirement dates. Report work order progress and track work in progress and material shortages according to production schedule. Oversee activities related to handling delivery delays, confirming accuracy of inventory available in stores and on the shop floor, required tooling and documentation among departments. Monitor aspects of production shop floor processes affecting work order progress. Flag issues and follow through closure of production issues. Maintain and report on production status utilising the ERP system and line of business charts. Maintain up to date production issue lists and updates on work progress. Work closely with project management, production, and engineering to assist in expediting work orders and product priorities. Monitor and update exceptions to the agreed production plan with the use of the Oracle scheduling tools. About YOU Demonstrated experience in a Production, Scheduling/ Production Planning type role, preferably in the heavy engineering industries or equivalent tertiary qualifications or production trade experience. Demonstrated attention to detail, adherence to timeliness and a methodical problem-solving approach with the ability to make independent judgements and decisions. Confident user of Microsoft Office applications with a focus on Excel. Working understanding of Engineering, Supply Chain and Operations requirements and processes. Working knowledge of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) processes and toolsets. Ability to communicate and build relationships with people at all levels of the organisation. We believe in hiring for potential; we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply. About US You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing. Our people are diverse, and we value the variety of perspectives this brings. We know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best. As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you. Whether that is a traditional career path or a squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia. BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (Vet Net Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners. We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions. Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmark Triple R- Excellence in Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant. To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr