Production Material Planner

At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.

We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Production Material Planner to join our production team. The Production Material Planner will be responsible for the procurement, scheduling, and inventory control of materials to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for creating work orders and scheduling production of fabricated parts to support Value Streams.
• Production Material Planner will also incorporate Engineering orders and associated change orders as needed.
• Reviews production work orders and schedules with Value Stream Managers (VSM) and Engineering, communicating daily priorities to the shop floor.
• Reviews Kanban and Material Requirement Planning requirements daily to release jobs to production through the creation of Work Orders in TETO/Unanet systems.
• Review overdue materials for impact to schedule, notify VSM and/or buyers of past due materials and acquire recovery date and plan.
• Prepare reports summarizing production-related information such as material shortages, downtime of work, and equipment.
• Participate in New Product Introduction or New Product Development
• Root Cause Corrective Action of inventory inaccuracies associated to end items and components in WIP.

Qualifications: 

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 1 years' experience in manufacturing environment with inventory responsibilities.
• Skills:

• • Working knowledge of production planning, material requirements planning, and Kanban systems.
  • Working knowledge of computer systems that support production (e.g., inventory control, purchasing, production scheduling, and MRP)
  • Skilled team collaborator and communicator
  • Ability to coordinate materials and production schedules with multiple teams, solve urgent problems associated with manufacture of products and document and communicate production outcomes and trends.
  • Ability to learn the techniques associated with Kanban systems.

What's in it for you:

Benefits: 

• Competitive total compensation package 
• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
• 401k with company-match 
• 4 weeks of paid time off each year
• 12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team! 

Note about our Texas roles: we are in the process of opening a location on the mid-west side of the DFW metro region. Roles in Texas will initially work remotely and then be expected to be onsite when that location opens in 2026.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify: https://www.e-verify.gov.