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Job Title: Manufacturing PlannerJob Description
As a Manufacturing Planner, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of work instructions as directed by a Manufacturing Engineer. You will ensure compliance with customer and product procurement specifications and implement all engineering changes. You will validate that the manufacturing process meets all customer and internal requirements and apply operation time standards as required.
Responsibilities
Ensure clear and concise work instructions for detail parts, sub-assemblies, and top assemblies.
Assist with planning and projects related to machining, forming, stamping, heat treating, and chemical processing of materials such as Titanium, Inconel, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel.
Essential Skills
Experience as a Planner with a focus on engineering change orders and production planning.
Proficiency in creating work instructions and understanding aerospace industry standards.
Familiarity with bills of material and blueprint reading.
Knowledge of Excel and Word, including pivot tables, IF statements, and V-lookups.
Attention to detail with intermediate computer skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High School degree or GED with 2+ years of experience in an Aerospace manufacturing environment required.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field is preferred.
Experience in manufacturing work instructions for sheet metal forming, welding, machining, and heat treating to aerospace industry standards is a plus.
Work Environment
The position is office-based, located by the lobby, working closely with Manufacturing Engineers. The work schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm. This role reports to the Lead Planner, working within a cohesive team that includes a lead tech and a Senior Planner. The company offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth, involvement in various teams, and exposure to both legacy and new programs.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Burbank, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $72000.00 – $75000.00/yr.
health, dental, vision, 401K, targeted bonus yearly.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Burbank,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 17, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
