Senior Production Planner

Rocket Lab Corporation

Auckland, New Zealand
On-site
5+ years production planning experience
Proficient in ms office and erp systems
Understanding of mrp processes
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Production Planner for its Auckland location to support the production of Electron rockets and satellite systems. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment and be capable of thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic setting

Job Summary

  • The role involves coordinating production schedules and optimizing workflows to ensure timely delivery of materials for Electron rockets or satellite systems.
  • Candidates must champion schedule adherence through daily detailed scheduling and planning of work orders while maintaining shop floor inventory accuracy.
  • Rocket Lab is a driven team of pioneers tackling challenging projects with a focus on delivering on the impossible in a fast-growing environment.

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Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Production Planner for its Auckland location to support the production of Electron rockets and satellite systems. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment and be capable of thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years production planning experience
  • Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems
  • Understanding of MRP processes
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing
  • Prior experience in rapid growth environment
  • Ability to read engineering drawings
  • Shop floor production control proficiency

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years in Production Planning or relevant position
  • Eligibility under US ITAR regulations (specific citizenship required)
  • Proficiency in math and statistics

Work Rights

Must be eligible for US ITAR access (Citizen of Australia, Japan, NZ, Switzerland, EU, or NATO country)

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