Production Planner

IperionX is seeking a Production Planner to play a critical role in coordinating, scheduling, and optimizing manufacturing activities to ensure products are produced efficiently, on time, and within budget. This position serves as a key liaison between production, procurement, engineering, and logistics teams to ensure seamless operations and consistent delivery performance. Join us in our rapidly growing company and help streamline our supply chain processes!

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• 2–5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management abilities.
• Proficiency with production planning and ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms).
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make sound, timely decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proven cross‑functional collaboration experience.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain principles, and inventory control.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and follow‑through.

Responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed production schedules based on customer demand, forecasts, and available capacity.
• Coordinate material availability by collaborating closely with procurement, purchasing, and inventory management teams.
• Monitor production progress daily and proactively adjust schedules to resolve delays, equipment issues, or shifting priorities.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Communicate regularly with manufacturing supervisors, quality teams, and supply chain partners to ensure alignment.
• Maintain accurate records related to work orders, lead times, inventory levels, and capacity planning.
• Ensure production activities comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing, efficiency enhancements, and workflow optimization.
• Prepare and present reports on production performance, inventory status, and schedule adherence.

Benefits:

• Industry-leading medical, dental and vision insurance benefits 
• 401(k) plan and company match 
• Paid time off 
• Competitive pay and strong opportunity for career growth 

Prior to the start of employment, IperionX will conduct a background check and a drug screening.

About IperionX

Titanium metal is prized for its strength, light weight, and corrosion resistance. These properties are ideal for applications in the aerospace, defense, medical, automotive and consumer electronics industries. Titanium’s problem is its high cost. The standard way to produce titanium metal, the Kroll process, was invented over 70 years ago, is complex, energy intensive, and expensive. IperionX has revolutionary technology to produce titanium metal at significantly lower energy, cost and carbon emissions. Our goal is to fundamentally transform the titanium industry. We are currently scaling production at our Virginia Titanium Manufacturing Campus, comprising the Titanium Production Facility and the Advanced Manufacturing Center. Additional information about IperionX can be found on our corporate website (www.iperionx.com).

IperionX is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you worked in a role that supported lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or process optimization initiatives?
• Describe your experience coordinating production schedules when materials were delayed or priorities changed.
• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
• Which production planning or ERP/MRP systems have you used regularly? (SAP, ORACLE, Other ERP/MRP system(s), Spreadsheets/manual planning only, or No prior experience with planning systems)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• South Boston, VA 24592 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• South Boston, VA 24592: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person