**Lead the Future of Aerospace Production Planning at PDS Tech Commercial!** **Location:** Rockford, IL 61125 **Job Type:** Full-time; Consultant (8 Months) **Schedule:** Monday to Friday; 1st Shift 8AM-5PM **Pay Rate:** $48.09 per hour **Drive Excellence in Production Planning!** Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Production Planning Lead and play a pivotal role in our aerospace operations. Your expertise will ensure the seamless coordination of production schedules, materials, and interdepartmental activities, directly contributing to our success. **Key Responsibilities:** + Liaise with Procurement and Manufacturing Sites to ensure timely receipt of components. + Identify material shortages and develop solutions to minimize production disruptions. + Compile information and recommend improvements to production rates, processes, and inventory. + Coordinate manufacturing production schedules and assess changes to improve processes. + Track material availability and identify potential production problems. + Prepare reports on work in progress. + Ensure a controlled flow of approved materials to meet production requirements. + Coordinate activities with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, and other departments. + Schedule and expedite the movement of parts via move orders and stock transfers. + Support detailed production scheduling in alignment with the Site Master Production Schedule. + Serve as the primary liaison between the site and Rockford for zero-hour returns. + Maintain and update the production commit/open order file regularly. + Attend local tier meetings to communicate priorities and provide status updates. **Qualifications:** **Required:** + Bachelor's Degree + 5 years of experience in a similar role + Strong organizational and problem-solving skills + Excellent communication and coordination abilities **Preferred:** + Experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry + Familiarity with production planning software and tools **Why Join Us?** At PDS Tech Commercial, we foster a supportive and dynamic work environment. Our team is dedicated to continuous improvement and excellence in everything we do. When you join us, you'll benefit from: + Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits + Opportunities for professional growth and development + A collaborative and inclusive company culture + The chance to work with cutting-edge technology in the aerospace industry **Ready to Take Off with Us?** If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to contribute to a leading company in the aerospace sector, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as a Production Planning Lead and help us soar to new heights. **Apply Today!** **Pay Details:** $48.09 per hour 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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/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