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The Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production plans and schedules to support Carlton Forge’s manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Sales to ensure efficient use of resources, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement of production processes within a heavy manufacturing/forging environment.

• Develop and manage detailed production plans and schedules to support forging, machining, heat treatment, and finishing operations.
• Balance customer demand, capacity constraints, labor availability, tooling, and material flow.
• Adjust schedules in response to engineering changes, material delays, equipment downtime, or evolving customer priorities.
• Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and Master Production Scheduling (MPS) activities.

Capacity & Resource Planning

• Analyze equipment and labor capacity to identify constraints and recommend solutions.
• Support long-range planning and capital planning by providing capacity and throughput analysis.
• Optimize work center loading to maximize efficiency and minimize bottlenecks.

Process & Data Analysis

• Maintain accurate routings, lead times, and production parameters within ERP/MRP systems.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain planning metrics such as schedule adherence, on-time delivery, and capacity utilization.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering on new product introductions, process changes, and routing updates.
• Work closely with Procurement and Supply Chain to align material availability with production schedules.
• Communicate clearly with Operations leadership regarding schedule risks, priorities, and mitigation plans.
• Support Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives related to planning and flow.
• Recommend and implement planning process improvements to reduce lead times, WIP, and operational variability.
• Assist in standardizing planning practices across departments or facilities, as applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, preferably forging, machining, heat treatment, or metal forming.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $80000 to $120000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.