ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Production Control Planner Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

AeroVironment

Production Control Clerk III

Simi Valley, CA

$23 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Notifies planners in a timely manner of rejected, identified shortage parts or rejected production ... Experienced in and understands inventory control methods and production control techniques is ...

Prattwhitney

Senior Manager, Production Control

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$146 - $277/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience with either Supply Chain, Logistics, Planning, Production Control, Program Management, Manufacturing, or Operations. * Experience using Material Requirements Planning MRP/ERP Systems.

New

Advanced Circuits

Production Control Expeditor

Orange, CA · On-site

$19 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Production Control Expeditor AdvancedPCB is seeking a reliable, motivated Production Control ... or Production Planning experience. * High School diploma or equivalent experience in the PCB ...

AeroVironment, Inc.

Production Control Clerk III

Simi Valley, CA · On-site

$23 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Notifies planners in a timely manner of rejected, identified shortage parts or rejected production ... Experienced in and understands inventory control methods and production control techniques is ...

Lockheed Martin

Sr. Manager, Production Control

Palmdale, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

What You Will Be Doing As a Production Control Senior Manager, you will: • Lead strategic planning and execution for all material and scheduling activities supporting Fabrication and Support ...

AdvancedPCB

Production Control Expeditor

Orange, CA · On-site

$19 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

The Production Control Expeditor is responsible for ensuring customer jobs are processed through ... or Production Planning experience. * High School diploma or equivalent experience in the PCB ...

L A GAUGE COMPANY INC

Production Control Scheduler

Sun Valley, CA · On-site

$28 - $33/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Maintain accurate records in ERP/MRP systems, including work orders, material transactions, and ... production control, scheduling, or manufacturing operations 2+ years of experience using an ERP ...

AdvancedPCB

Production Control Expeditor

Orange, CA

$19 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

The Production Control Expeditor is responsible for ensuring customer jobs are processed through ... or Production Planning experience. * High School diploma or equivalent experience in the PCB ...

AdvancedPCB

Production Control Expeditor

Orange, CA · On-site

$19 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

The Production Control Expeditor is responsible for ensuring customer jobs are processed through ... or Production Planning experience. * High School diploma or equivalent experience in the PCB ...

AdvancedPCB

Production Control Expeditor

Orange, CA · On-site

$19 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

The Production Control Expeditor is responsible for ensuring customer jobs are processed through ... or Production Planning experience. * High School diploma or equivalent experience in the PCB ...

Apex

Production Control Scheduler

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About the Role Apex is seeking a talented and experienced Production Control Scheduler to join our ... Serve as a key contributor in long-term and day-to-day production planning, providing advanced ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsProduction Control Planner JobsProduction Control Planner Jobs in California

Production Control Planner information

See California salary details

$15

$30

$42

How much do production control planner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for production control planner in California is $30.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.66 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a production control planner?

A production control planner is responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring manufacturing processes to ensure timely production and delivery. They analyze production data, manage inventory levels, and use tools like ERP systems to optimize workflow and meet production targets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a production control planner?

To thrive as a Production Control Planner, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in supply chain management or production planning, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, scheduling software, and inventory management tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability help you coordinate across teams and respond to changing priorities. These skills are crucial for ensuring efficient production workflows, minimizing delays, and meeting organizational targets.

Do production control planners make good money?

Production control planners typically earn a median salary that varies by industry and experience, with many earning between $50,000 and $80,000 annually. Factors such as certifications, technical skills, and the size of the company can influence compensation levels.

How does a production control planner typically collaborate with other departments to ensure timely delivery of products?

As a Production Control Planner, you will work closely with purchasing, manufacturing, inventory, and logistics teams to align production schedules with material availability and customer demand. Effective communication is essential to promptly address bottlenecks, coordinate changes, and ensure that resources are allocated efficiently. Regular meetings, shared digital planning tools, and cross-functional problem-solving are standard practices that help maintain smooth workflow and on-time product delivery.

What are popular job titles related to Production Control Planner jobs in CA?

For Production Control Planner jobs in CA, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Production Control Planner jobs near you
Infographic showing various Production Control Planner job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $62,620 per year, or $30.1 per hour.

Production Planner 3

Northrop Grumman Corporation

San Diego, CA • On-site

$66K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 363 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
The Mission Enabling Products organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission.
The COI Ceramics (COIC) organization within Northrop Grumman Intelligence Systems division's Mission Enabling Products is a leading producer of Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMC) components.
The Mission Enabling Products (MEP) organization is seeking a Production Planner3 to join our team. This is an on-site position located in San Diego, CA .
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Plan and schedule sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations relating to specific portion of the product for guidance of production workers.
  • Planner must understand manufacturing capacity and allocate as required to meet build plan commitments. Expedite and reschedule open purchase orders to suit production-planning requirements.
  • Create and release manufacturing orders based on bill-of-materials and schedule demand. Relieve manufacturing orders after sub-assemblies, ensure assemblies and integration are complete.
  • Track material shortages for manufacturing orders, kits, and sub-assemblies based on bill-of-material or drawings/configuration. Communicate to program team and management critical part shortages jeopardizing ship schedule.
  • Maintain inventory including shelf-life sensitive materials and tooling for the program.
  • Coordinate and expedite flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between departments, according to manufacturing schedules and priorities, compile and maintain manual or computerized record.
  • Prepares purchase requests for the purchase of components or parts based on a master production schedule, shop load, and inventory requirements.
  • Perform work order variance analysis and review MRP execution, ensure accuracy of information, reconcile supply and demand, validates master scheduling requirement.
  • Update Work Orders based on Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
  • Perform material cycle counts and program close-out actions.

Basic Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of production planning or related experience.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a DOD Secret level security clearance.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to work under pressure and tight timelines.
  • Strong computer literacy using an ERP system and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time, as needed.
  • Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, Visio and PowerPoint skills a must.
  • Perform physical requirements of the position: using pallet jack or other equipment to move parts weighing up to 45/50 pounds, lift 25 pounds, as required.
  • Must be willing to work overtime, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrates understanding and ability to apply Lean Manufacturing Principles.
  • Production Control Planning and Scheduling experience within an aerospace manufacturing environment or ceramic matrix composites preferred.
  • Current security clearance is a plus.

Primary Level Salary Range: $66,600.00 - $111,000.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

What Northrop Grumman employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Northrop Grumman logo

About Northrop Grumman

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

View All Northrop Grumman Jobs

Apply