Production Planner II

Production Planner II

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

About the Role

As a Production Planner II based at Rocket Lab's site in Auckland, NZ you will have the opportunity to support the production of Electron rockets or satellite systems. In this role you will work on coordinating production schedules, optimizing workflows, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. To be successful in this role, you must be detail oriented, proactive, and collaborative, with a strong ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space!

What You'll Get to Do

• The Production Planner II will constantly champion schedule adherence with daily detailed scheduling and planning of work orders.
• The Production Planner II supports production to achieve on time delivery of dependent demands in accordance with the Master Production Schedule.
• Responsible for shop floor inventory positions and accuracy, the Production Planner works closely with manufacturing engineering and inventory control to identify and resolve any discrepancies with raw material and semifinished goods inventory.
• You will support the Supply Chain organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

You'll Bring These Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a Production Planning or relevant position, ideally in a manufacturing / engineering environment
• Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, math, and statistics
• Understanding of planning related ERP processes and requirements including MRP
• Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse problems, propose solutions and/or make recommendations and act
• Flexible team player who is looking to thrive in a fast-growing and often-times uncertain environment

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have

• Proficient in Shop Floor Production control & MRP systems
• Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing
• Prior experience in rapid growth environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and understand production processes and constraints