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Production and Materials Planner

Dover Corp
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/26/2026

MPG delivers radio frequency (RF) spectrum-centric solutions at the speed of technology. We enable mission-critical communications and space-based missions with ruggedized RF components, subsystems, and turn-key solutions. Civilian government, military and commercial customers rely on MPG's deep engineering expertise, and scalable manufacturing capability to deliver what they need, when they need it. MPG operates engineering and manufacturing facilities in: Austin, TX; Columbia, MD; Ventura, CA; West Chester, OH; Salisbury, MD; Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; and York, United Kingdom.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a highly analyticalProduction and Materials Plannerto manage the end-to-end lifecycle of production orders-from initial design review to final shipment. This role is responsible for aligning material availability with manufacturing capacity, managing system data integrity, and implementing lean flow initiatives (Kanban/Pull) to ensure production moves smoothly. You will act as the critical link between Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production to ensure schedule adherence and operational excellence. Participate in monthly S&OP cycle and provide necessary inputs to

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • S&OP & Forecasting: Actively participate in theSales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, providing essential data and analysis toimprove forecast accuracyand align long-term production plans with market demand.
  • Production Planning & Execution: Develop detailed schedules, material requirement lists, and production plans for established and new product lines. Plan and communicate sub-assembly and finished goods priorities to ensure production goals are clear, including releasing production work orders to the shop floor.
  • Operational Flow & Analysis: Support the analysis of workflow by conducting studies onCapacity, Cycle Times, Takt, and Lead Times. Implement optimal material flow strategies, includingKanban, batch flow, and pull initiatives.
  • Engineering & New Product Launch: Prepare for and attendEngineering Design Reviewsand New Product Launch meetings. Interface with design engineering to plan the timely completion of development hardware and evaluate delivery dates for new orders.
  • Material & Shortage Management: Analyze MRP output to determine raw material requirements. Proactively communicate part shortages to the Materials Manager and Buyers prior to Design Reviews and maintain adequate inventory levels (Raw, WIP, and Finished Goods).
  • System & Data Integrity: Update MRP planning parameters (min/max, safety stocks, lot sizes) and ensure the operating system data is updated in a timely and accurate manner. Monitor actual vs. planned production times and investigate variances.
  • Performance Tracking & Communication: Facilitate production status meetings and communicate metrics throughVisual Management boards and Gemba walks. DevelopPareto activity chartsto provide improvement data to leadership.
  • Continuous Improvement: Recommend ideas for process and quality improvements, supportingAS9100/ISO9001initiatives and corporate material flow activities.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations, or related field.
  • Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency inMRP/ERP systemsand data analysis. Experience withAS9100 or ISO9001quality standards.
  • Lean Methodologies: Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, specificallyKanban, Takt time, and production smoothing (Heijunka).
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to perform complex capacity planning and develop Pareto charts to drive decision-making.
  • Communication: Exceptional ability to lead meetings and communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external customers

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to work in office environment utilizing laptop or PC computer most of the time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Stand, walk, and sit throughout the day
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds on occasion
  • Less than 5% of travel requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to work in office environment utilizing laptop or PC computer most of the time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Exposed to moving mechanical parts, and low voltage electrical circuits while on the manufacturing floor
  • Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment when in restricted manufacturing areas

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: - [annually]

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually,40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contactaccommodations@mpgdover.comfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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