Manufacturing Planner Supervisor

Description:

You will be the Manufacturing Planner Supervisor for the Production Planning & Control (PP&C) team. Our team is responsible for leading production planning, scheduling, material readiness, and system execution to meet program commitments.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Manufacturing Planner Supervisor, you will lead the Production Planning & Control (PP&C) team supporting Camden production operations. This role is responsible for ensuring effective planning, scheduling, material readiness, and system execution to meet program commitments.
You will oversee day-to-day operations while driving accountability, team development, and continuous improvement across planning and production support functions.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and supervise the Production Planning & Control team, providing daily direction, prioritization, and performance oversight
• Oversee Manufacturing Planning/Scheduling, Production Support, Product Support, and Production Systems execution
• Ensure material and schedule readiness to support on-time production and delivery commitments
• Remove operational roadblocks and resolve production, system, and material issues impacting execution
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through PMTs and cross-functional collaboration
• Serve as the primary interface between PP&C, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Program leadership
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members to build functional expertise and bench strength
• Monitor key metrics (schedule adherence, shortages, inventory accuracy, system performance) and implement corrective actions
• Communicate risks, priorities, and status effectively to site and program leadership
• Make timely decisions and operate independently in a fast-paced production environment

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments, values accountability, and is passionate about developing talent. This role offers the chance to shape production excellence at a key Lockheed Martin facility while working with cutting‑edge manufacturing systems.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Camden. Discover more about our Camden, Arkansas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience
• 1+ years of experience leading teams, projects, or functional workstreams
• Experience working within ERP/MRP systems (SAP or comparable manufacturing systems)
• Ability to prioritize multiple activities and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization
• Ability to work full-time onsite in Camden
Desired Skills:
• Experience leading a Production Planning & Control, Scheduling, or Materials Management team
• Advanced knowledge of SAP S/4, Apriso, Windchill, or similar ERP/MES systems
• Experience supporting live production environments where material or schedule delays directly impact output
• Demonstrated ownership of schedule performance, material readiness, or inventory accuracy metrics
• Experience leading continuous improvement or process optimization initiatives
• Experience partnering cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or developing employees
• Familiarity with regulated manufacturing environments
• Exposure to digital transformation or system implementations (e.g., 1LMX or ERP upgrades)
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Product Support
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First