Production Planner

Company: HANWHA AEROSPACE USA LLC
Location: Newington
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Production Planner - Exempt Hanwha Aerospace USA has long been recognized as a leader in the development and supply of flight critical Aerospace/Defense components and assemblies. Operating out of four state of the art facilities located in Connecticut, Hanwha Aerospace USA offers growth and career development opportunities to enrich your talents. We are always seeking to hire talented, hard-working, and committed individuals for roles in Operations (CNC Machining, Tool Making, and Fabrication/Assembly), Engineering, Quality and other Support Roles. We are looking for a qualified Production Planner to organize production according to demand and quality standards. You will be the one to ensure our goods are produced on time in a profitable manner. An excellent production planner is well-versed in production procedures and ways to optimize them. They are organized and results-driven with great problem-solving skills. Advanced communication and computer skills are very useful for the role. The goal is to ensure the smooth and cost-efficient flow of our production operations. Location: Based out of Cheshire, CT Reports to: Value Stream Manager Salary Grade: Essential Duties & Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform. Coordinate production workflow for multiple products Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay Determine manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand Assign workers and other staff to particular production operations Schedule shift according to production needs Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget Address issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption Obtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives etc.) Prepare and submit status and performance reports Keep paperwork organized Collaborate with quality control, shipping/receiving and other departments. Performs other related duties or responsibilities as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description. Must be a “US Person” as defined by US Government and able to work without restriction with ITAR related data. Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English at a functional level. Participate in training as required. Regular and predictable attendance. Job may require more than a 40 hr work week to complete daily responsibilities. Ability to read and write English. 5-10% Domestic Travel required ISO 9002 Authority: Is not authorized to initiate, record, verify or implement corrective actions or solutions to problems relating to product, process or quality system, but may recommend. Physical Demands / Work Capacity Evaluation The essential functions of this position may vary based on specific assignments, work locations, and operational needs. Physical capability is evaluated through a post-offer, pre-employment Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), which assesses an individual’s ability to perform the essential functions of the job safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with applicable laws. Work Environment: Work usually performed in a combination of office and plant setting. High noise levels from operating machines Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts Requirements: Bachelor degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or Materials required or the equivalence of 5-7 years of experience in Production Planning. Ideal candidate must be detail oriented, have a forward thinking mindset, and possess a strong interest in process improvement. Experience in Materials Planning or Logistics is required. Must have experience working with ERP software, experience in INFOR (Syteline) preferred. Experience in MS Office is a must, preferably with Excel AAP Statement Hanwha Aerospace USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination. *Subject to change with or without notice*

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