Production Planner

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Production Planner I

Estimated annual base pay: $62,000 (minimum) - $80,000 (midpoint) - $99,000 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Scheduling: Develop and maintain production schedules to ensure that manufacturing processes are completed on time and meet customer demand.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels of raw materials / semi-finished / finished goods to prevent shortages or excesses.
• Coordination with Departments: Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to align production activities and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Monitoring Production Progress: Track and analyze production planning performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and ensure efficiency.
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and maintain accurate reports and documentation related to production plans, schedules, and inventory status.

Key Skills:

• Production Scheduling: Identify and escalate constraints impacting the production schedule to reduce the impact to production and customers.
• Inventory Management: Proficient in maintaining optimal inventory levels to ensure smooth production processes without overstocking or shortages.
• Production Scheduling: Skilled in creating and adjusting production schedules to meet deadlines and efficiently utilize resources.
• ERP Software Proficiency: Experienced in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to manage and track production activities and data.
• Communication Skills: Capable of effectively communicating with various departments, including manufacturing, sales, and supply chain, to coordinate planning efforts.
• Problem Solving: Adept at identifying potential issues in the production process and developing solutions to mitigate risks and maintain workflow.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in monitoring production plans and data to ensure accuracy and adherence to company standards.
• Time Management: Efficient in prioritizing tasks and managing time to meet production deadlines and organizational goals.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze production metrics and performance indicators to drive continuous improvement in planning processes.
• Team Collaboration: Experienced in working collaboratively with cross functional teams to achieve common production and business objectives.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.