Jr. Planner / Scheduler
Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing
Location: North Phoenix - 2688 E Rose Garden Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85050
Shift: Full time, day shift
Due to the nature of work performed in our facility, all employees must be US Citizens or Permanent Residents.
The Junior Planner/Scheduler supports the machine shop’s production scheduling activities by assisting in the coordination of work orders, monitoring job progress, and maintaining scheduling accuracy in the ERP/MRP system. This entry-level position provides exposure to aerospace manufacturing planning and serves as a career pathway to higher-level planning or scheduling roles.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in creating and maintaining detailed production schedules for machining, assembly, and finishing operations
- Issue, update, and track work orders in ERP/MRP systems
- Monitor progress against schedules and escalate potential delays or resource conflicts
- Collaborate with production, purchasing, and quality to resolve material shortages or workflow issues
- Prepare and distribute status and performance reports
- Maintain accurate data records to support capacity planning
- Participate in continuous improvement projects to streamline planning and scheduling
Skills & Abilities :
- Strong computer literacy with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Outlook
- Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow procedures
- Effective communication skills with both shop floor employees and management
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Ability to communicate effectively with shop floor personnel, supervisors, and management
- Problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn
- Interest in developing a career in planning, scheduling, or supply chain management within aerospace manufacturing
Education & Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Basic understanding of manufacturing environments (through work experience, vocational training, or coursework)
- Must be a U.S. Person per ITAR requirements (citizen or permanent resident)
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods (typically at a desk using a computer)
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and data entry
- Visual acuity for reading documents and viewing computer screens
- Ability to move within an office or machine shop environment
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- May require walking, standing, or light lifting while conducting supplier visits or on-site inspections
- Occasionally lift or carry items up to 25 lbs (rarely required to move heavier objects)
- Must tolerate exposure to machining dust, oils, and moderate noise levels in a manufacturing environment
Team oriented company with top paying wages and benefits in the valley in regards to the Aerospace Industry. To qualify for consideration, all candidates must be able to work 40+ hours per week in a fast paced, high-demand, quality environment. All candidates must also have sufficient verbal and written communication skills as well as good problem solving skills.
CMI Group is equal opportunity employer providing competitive wages and benefits. Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available. 401(k) with company match and company funded Profit Sharing plan.
This is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to age, race, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, gender or any other protected classification. VEVRAA federal subcontractor. This company provides provide equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws including:
- The Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended
- Age Discrimination Act of 1967 as Amended
- Rehabilitation Act of 1973
- Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974
- Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2009 (ADAAA)
- The Wagner-Peyser Act as Amended.
- The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
- Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq
