Posted 22 July, 2026
Senior Production Planner
LHH US
Melville, NY, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Senior Production Planner / Production Control Specialist
Confidential Client | Long Island, NY Area
A growing manufacturer of complex electronic and electro-mechanical products is seeking a Senior Production Planner / Production Control Specialist to oversee planning, scheduling, material coordination, and production execution across multiple programs. This role is critical to ensuring on-time delivery through effective management of manufacturing schedules, material availability, and cross-functional communication.
Position Overview
The Senior Production Planner will be responsible for developing and managing production schedules, coordinating material flow, monitoring project milestones, and supporting manufacturing operations from order release through final shipment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in MRP/ERP-driven manufacturing environments and a strong understanding of electronic or electro-mechanical production processes.
Key Responsibilities
Search managed by: Danielle Morris - danielle.morris@ LHH.com
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
Pay Details: $95,000.00 to $125,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Danielle Morris
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Confidential Client | Long Island, NY Area
A growing manufacturer of complex electronic and electro-mechanical products is seeking a Senior Production Planner / Production Control Specialist to oversee planning, scheduling, material coordination, and production execution across multiple programs. This role is critical to ensuring on-time delivery through effective management of manufacturing schedules, material availability, and cross-functional communication.
Position Overview
The Senior Production Planner will be responsible for developing and managing production schedules, coordinating material flow, monitoring project milestones, and supporting manufacturing operations from order release through final shipment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in MRP/ERP-driven manufacturing environments and a strong understanding of electronic or electro-mechanical production processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain manufacturing schedules to meet program and customer delivery requirements.
- Create manufacturing orders and purchase requisitions through MRP systems.
- Track purchased materials and monitor inventory availability for assigned programs.
- Identify critical components, bottlenecks, and schedule risks that may impact delivery commitments.
- Coordinate material flow and production activities across manufacturing, test, quality, and supply chain teams.
- Monitor work-in-process (WIP) and provide status updates on production progress and material readiness.
- Release production kits, travelers, operation sheets, and supporting documentation to the factory floor.
- Lead schedule review meetings with Program Management, Production, Quality, and Test personnel.
- Proactively resolve material shortages, production issues, and schedule constraints.
- Expedite materials, assemblies, and internal work orders to maintain production timelines.
- Process engineering change notices (ECNs) and ensure work-in-process reflects current revisions.
- Maintain accurate inventory, production, and material tracking records within ERP systems.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, scheduling, and inventory management.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- 6+ years of production planning, production control, or manufacturing scheduling experience.
- Experience within an electronic, RF, or electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.
- Strong MRP/ERP systems experience with the ability to manage complex manufacturing schedules.
- Experience coordinating material requirements, purchase orders, inventory, and production workflows.
- Solid understanding of bills of material (BOMs), work orders, receiving processes, and production documentation.
- Knowledge of materials, components, tools, and manufacturing processes used in electronic and electro-mechanical products.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP business systems.
- Experience supporting RF, communications, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing programs.
- Familiarity with Costpoint or similar enterprise planning systems.
- Experience managing complex, low-volume/high-mix manufacturing environments.
- Strong understanding of engineering change control and configuration management processes.
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement savings program.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Stable organization with long-term growth potential.
- Play a key role in coordinating complex manufacturing programs from planning through delivery.
- Work closely with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain leaders.
- Join a collaborative manufacturing environment supporting highly technical products.
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on operational performance and customer satisfaction.
Search managed by: Danielle Morris - danielle.morris@ LHH.com
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
Pay Details: $95,000.00 to $125,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Danielle Morris
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
