Lead Manufacturing Planner at Beehive Industries

Loveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Planning, Scheduling, Materials Management, Shop-Floor Execution, MRP Systems, ERP Systems, Problem-Solving, Communication, Logistics, Inventory Control, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Team Coordination, Capacity Management, Operational Execution, Process Improvement

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

At Beehive Industries, we believe there is a better way to meet our clients' needs. Through Additive Manufacturing, Beehive Industries helps clients achieve more than what has ever been thought possible. We are seeking a Lead Manufacturing Planner, that is responsible for end-to-end material flow and execution across the manufacturing operation. This role owns production planning and scheduling, material availability, shop-floor execution, and day-to-day logistics to ensure production commitments are met safely, efficiently, and on time. This is a hands-on leadership role that sits at the intersection of planning and execution. The Materials Manager turns demand into an executable plan, ensures materials are where they need to be, and actively manages constraints, priorities, and changes as they occur on the shop floor. Key Responsibilities: Production Planning & Scheduling Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and near-term production schedules aligned to demand, capacity, and material availability Translate demand signals (customer orders, forecasts, program needs) into executable production plans Balance priorities across work centers, programs, and constraints Identify capacity, labor, or material constraints and proactively drive mitigation plans Own schedule adherence and continuously improve planning accuracy Materials & Operational Execution Ensure materials are available, staged, and issued to support production schedules Oversee material movements, kitting, line-side inventory, and point-of-use delivery Actively manage shortages, expedites, substitutions, and re-prioritization when conditions change Serve as the primary point of coordination between teams Drive daily execution rhythms (stand-ups, shortage reviews, schedule recovery actions) Shop-Floor Logistics & Inventory Control Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, transactions, and process discipline Define and improve material handling processes to reduce waste, congestion, and delays Partner with warehouse and logistics teams to optimize receiving, stocking, and internal transport Continuous Improvement Use data to drive improvements in schedule attainment, material availability, and inventory health Participate in ERP/MRP/MES process improvements and system adoption Support new product introductions, ramp-ups, and operational changes Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering 5–7+ years of experience in materials management, production planning, or manufacturing operations Demonstrated experience in production scheduling and shop-floor execution Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and material transactions Experience working cross-functionally with operations, procurement, engineering, and quality Ability to manage ambiguity, shifting priorities, and real-time execution challenge Strong problem-solving skills with a bias toward action Excellent communication skills—able to align teams and escalate issues appropriately Preferred Qualifications: Experience in aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or regulated environments Experience supporting make-to-order or mixed MTO/MTS environments Exposure to multi-site operations or rapid scale-up environments APICS/CPIM or similar certification (preferred, not required) The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission. Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible, and will also receive equity in the company. Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Responsibilities

The Lead Manufacturing Planner is responsible for end-to-end material flow and execution across the manufacturing operation, including production planning and scheduling. This role ensures materials are available and manages day-to-day logistics to meet production commitments safely and efficiently.