Hiring: Manager, Production Planning Company: Connexion Systems and Engineering, Inc. Location: Windsor, CT Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 14:22:24 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Six Sigma About the job Experience: •5+ years of experience in production planning and scheduling, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Required Skills: •We are seeking a Manager of Production Planning & Scheduling to lead and develop production planning activities for a growing aerospace and precision manufacturing organization in Bloomfield, CT. •You'll work closely with Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, and customers to ensure production plans align with business requirements, available resources, and customer demand. •Develop and maintain production plans and schedules aligned with business objectives and customer demand. •Manage production schedules to optimize capacity, resources, materials, and delivery performance. •Partner with Operations and Engineering to ensure successful execution of the overall production plan. •Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, and other departments to identify and resolve production constraints. •Work directly with customers and internal stakeholders to support on-time delivery (OTD) expectations. •Monitor production progress and proactively adjust schedules to address changing priorities, resource constraints, or delays. Qualifications: •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex production data and make sound decisions. •Demonstrated ability to manage changing priorities and respond effectively to production challenges. •Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills. •Proficiency with production planning/scheduling software and Microsoft Office. •Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including team development and performance management. •In-depth knowledge of production planning, scheduling, capacity, and resource utilization. •Epicor Manufacturing experience is a plus. •Operational familiarity with ISO or other quality management system standards. •Demonstrated success improving on-time delivery, production efficiency, capacity utilization, or planning accuracy. Compensation: •$60,000 - $90,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!