Manufacturing Planner & Coordinator, Mid-Level
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Overview
SimTech, Inc., recognized as one of the 2025 Best Places for Working Parents, is seeking a Manufacturing Planner & Coordinator, Mid-Level to join our dynamic and diverse manufacturing team in Huntsville, AL. This is an immediate opening with opportunities for growth and professional development.
SimTech offers a market leading compensation package with excellent benefits, work/life balance, outstanding retirement plan, career advancement and much more.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Manufacturing Planner & Coordinator, Mid-Level with 7-10 years of experience in production planning and demonstrated expertise in Deltek Costpoint. This role is critical to ensure that all manufacturing activities align with project timelines, customer specifications, and internal quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a collaborative mindset and be comfortable working cross-functionally with procurement, engineering, program management, and quality assurance teams.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain detailed production plans and schedules in alignment with project and customer requirements.
Ensure material inventory levels meet production demand by coordinating with procurement and warehouse teams.
Create, release, and track manufacturing orders (MOs) and monitor progress through completion.
Interpret and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production routers based on engineering changes and customer requirements.
Provide daily and weekly status updates to upper management regarding project milestones and potential risks.
Collaborate closely with electrical/mechanical leads, QA, planning, and program managers to ensure smooth operations and clear communication.
Maintain and adjust project schedules and priorities to meet critical deadlines and on-time delivery goals.
Support the Planning Department in day-to-day operations and special projects as needed.
Foster professional, respectful relationships across all departments involved in the production lifecycle.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications & Education Requirements and Desired Skillsets
Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing, planning, or coordination role within an aerospace, defense, or complex assembly environment.
Experience working in a DoD/government contract manufacturing setting, with understanding of compliance, traceability, and documentation requirements.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to analyze capacity, labor, and material constraints and adjust schedules to meet customer demands.
Experience with MRP logic, planning parameters (lead times, lot sizing, safety stock), and demand forecasting tools.
Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of identifying process bottlenecks and implementing solutions.
Strong working knowledge of Deltek Costpoint is required.
Proficient in creating and managing BOMs and interpreting government drawings and technical documentation.
Demonstrated ability to review and understand production routers/BOMs prior to release.
Strong communication skills both verbal and written with an ability to convey technical data across departments.
Must be highly organized, proactive, and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Skilled in generating dashboards or reports using Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts) or reporting tools integrated within ERP systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
General computer skills and ability to learn new systems quickly.
Physical Description
Employees in these positions will work in an assembly, manufacturing, and production environment, as well as in equipment assembly areas using technical and electronic testing equipment, including specialized software. They will collaborate with various personnel in a manufacturing or testing setting, attend meetings, contribute to team efforts, deliver timely results, produce reports, and communicate information effectively. Telework may be included.
In specialized laboratory or testing environments, employees will use electronic testing equipment, complex systems, and computer software. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, protective footwear, and lab coats may be required. Employees may be responsible for lifting, moving, testing, and assembling equipment of various weights and utilizing a variety of electronic testing tools.
About SimTech, Inc.
SimTech's mission is to be the most reliable and cost-effective provider of Signature Models, Simulations, Hardware, Software, Cyber solutions, and Test & Evaluation services. Established in 1983 by a team of experienced scientists and engineers, SimTech has a long history of delivering high-technology defense-oriented solutions.
The company has been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" in 2020 and 2021, and as a "Best Place for Working Parents" in 2022-2025 by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce.
SimTech offers an industry-leading comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Be a part of over 42+ years of excellence-join our team today!
To learn more about our exceptional team and employee benefits, contact SimTech HR or visit www.simtechinc.com for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
SimTech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. SimTech, Inc. is a committed EOE/Vet/Disabled employer.
Simulation Technologies, Inc. (SimTech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a , you may use the following email address, HR@simtechinc.com and/or phone number (256.428.2910) to contact us about your interest in employment with SimTech.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. SimTech participates in E-Verify.
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