Ballscrew Production Planner

Thomas Instrument

• Is the leading privately held provider of engineering solutions and manufacturing excellence for complex, critical aerospace flight control hardware.
• Has a stable workload (varied customer base) with a strong domestic and international reputation for quality and integrity.
• Offers all phases of development and all stages of the product lifecycle, supporting a highly diverse product mix. Thomas Instrument is AS9100D, NADCAP, and FAA certified.
• Has two engineering and manufacturing facilities. Has a friendly atmosphere and an outstanding safety record. Full benefits available, including an immediately vested 5% match to 401k.

Job Description:

The Ballscrew Production Planner is responsible for planning materials, components and services (both make and purchased items) to support the production and delivery of the Ballscrew product line at Thomas Instrument. This role requires production planning experience and skills to ensure that operations meet customer, quality, delivery, and cost targets. The individual will work closely with Engineering, Program Management, Customer Service, Operations, Quality and Supply Chain teams to ensure materials availability, on-time delivery, and cost optimization.

Job Requirements:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate closely with the Ballscrew production team to ensure material availability supports production flow and customer commitments.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels, balancing purchased item availability with cost control and turns goals.
• Evaluate operational performance and collaborate on corrective actions or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support in the resolution of production stoppages by participating in cross-functional team meetings to overcome supplier delivery delays, quality issues, manufacturing disruptions, and engineering changes, ensuring on-time production and minimal downtime.
• Support new product introduction planning as it relates to BOM integration.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in cross-functional planning operations for the Ballscrew product line.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in ERP systems, and inventory control.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project, PowerPoint).
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Able to travel as required to meet needs of the business.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or other related field preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of planning experience, preferably in the Aerospace/Defense industry.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP is a plus.
• Experience supporting both low-volume development and production-scale manufacturing.
• Project Management experience is a plus.
• Prior experience working in a product-line or program-based manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

Work Eligibility (ITAR): This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident or persons with protected status. Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Thomas Instrument Inc. will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume

While we value every application, only applicants chosen for further consideration will be contacted.

Thomas Instrument is an EEO employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, medical condition (GINA), or disability.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Work Eligibility (ITAR): This position requires compliance with U.S. Export Control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To meet eligibility requirements, applicants must qualify as a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15. U.S. Persons include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain protected individuals, including legally recognized refugees and asylees.

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States and able to meet ITAR U.S. Person eligibility requirements?

• What is the single strongest skill or experience you believe makes you a fit for this position?

Ability to Commute:

• Boerne, TX 78006 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $59,806 - $91,756