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Impulse Space

Production Planner (Machine Shop)

Impulse Space, Redondo Beach, California, United States, 90278


Production Planner (Machine Shop)

Department:

Manufacturing

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Redondo Beach

Compensation:

$75,000 - $95,000 / year

Description

As a

Machine Shop Planner at Impulse , you will be responsible for planning and scheduling machine shop work across a variety of manual, semi-automated, and automated machining processes.

ResponsibilitiesCreate daily and weekly schedules for 10+ machinistsGather inputs from multiple customers including manufacturing, tooling, prototyping, test, and design engineeringDevelop & optimize planning tools such ticketing systems, Kanban boards, progress trackers, manpower estimation, and capacity planningParticipate in and run daily production stand-ups with stakeholdersOrder machining tools, spares, and equipment as neededWork directly with machinists & technicians to produce high-quality hardwareEnsure accurate inventory control going into and out of the machining work centerEvaluate and recommend external sources for machining overflow. Coordinate directly with purchasing and occasionally with external vendors to assist with outsource machining.Establish visual management systems that make it clear when parts are ready to push, pull, or are blockedMinimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate3+ year of manufacturing planning and/or scheduling experienceDemonstrated ability to thrive in an ambiguous environmentPreferred Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline5+ years of manufacturing planning and/or scheduling experience5+ years working in a high-volume aerospace manufacturing environmentDemonstrated expertise in metallic machining processes such as CNC, milling, lathe, EDM, etc.

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the

form of stock options , and access to

medical, vision & dental coverage

as well as

access to a 401(k) retirement plan .

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.