Production Operations Expeditor / Production Planning and Control

Description:

You will be the Production Operations Expeditor for the Production, Planning & Control team. Our team is responsible for coordinating material flow, ensuring on‑time delivery, and supporting missile and fire control production.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Production Operations Expeditor you will be responsible for managing daily expediting activities across manufacturing, quality, engineering, inventory control, and program management.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor real‑time production status and identify bottlenecks.


• Coordinate material movement to ensure components arrive at the right location on schedule.


• Develop and execute rapid recovery plans to keep the schedule on track.


• Communicate status and issues to cross‑functional teams and external partners.


• Utilize SAP MRP, APRISO, and advanced Excel tools to track and report progress.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail‑oriented, and collaborative, with a proven record in manufacturing expediting. This role offers direct impact on mission‑critical missile production and provides opportunities to work with cutting‑edge technology in a supportive environment.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Lufkin. Discover more about our Lufkin, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors' degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or at least three years in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex information to stakeholders.
Experience/Proficiency in SAP MRP, APRISO and Microsoft Office.
Understanding of manufacturing operations.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with changing priorities and deadlines.
Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify and mitigate errors and discrepancies.
Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.
Desired Skills:
Green Belt (Six Sigma) certification
PMT (Program Management Team) Leader or
Co‑Lead experience
Inventory‑Control & Material‑Handling expertise
Advanced Excel (Macro/VBA) programming
Data‑analysis & visualization tools (e.g., Power
BI, Tableau)
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First