Production Control Planner

DAYTON-GRANGER, INC. (DG) is a third-generation, family-owned aerospace manufacturer proudly based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. For nearly 83 years, we've designed, tested, and manufactured proprietary aircraft antennas, electrostatic dischargers, and lightning protection components—all from our single, fully integrated facility. With Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Planning working side by side, you'll enjoy a highly collaborative environment where your ideas are heard, your work is visible, and your contributions make a meaningful impact. The average employee tenure is 8 years, offering the stability of an established industry leader with the close-knit culture of a family-owned business.

About the role

As our next Production Control Planner, you'll develop production plans that balance labor, materials, equipment capacity, and customer demand across a diverse portfolio of proprietary aerospace products. Working alongside Manufacturing, Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain, you'll help ensure production stays aligned, resources are utilized effectively, and customer commitments are met. This is an opportunity to work in an environment where your planning expertise is valued, your ideas are welcomed, and your contributions have a visible impact on the success of our operations.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain finite capacity production schedules that reflect real-world constraints (labor, machines, materials, and tools).
• Use Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) systems and ERP/MRP tools (Infor or Oracle) to plan production across multiple work centers.
• Analyze multi-level BOMs to manage dependencies and plan effectively.
• Collaborate with Planning, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Manufacturing to coordinate work orders, materials, and resources.
• Adjust schedules for downtime, material delays, labor shortages, or high-priority orders.
• Support inventory strategies, including safety stock and lead-time evaluations for key items.
• Communicate schedule changes and risks to internal teams and customer service.
• Identify inefficiencies and participate in planning process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in constraint-based/finite planning, including labor and equipment capacity.
• Strong working knowledge of APS systems (Infor or similar) and MRP/ERP tools.
• Proven experience working with complex, multi-level BOMs (8+ levels).
• Skilled with data analysis and production tracking.
• Analytical mindset in solving production problems.

Nice to Haves

• Experience in aerospace or another regulated industry.
• Familiarity with ISO AS9102 Rev D compliance standards.
• Infor Experience.
• Exposure to manual and mixed manufacturing processes (machining, assembly, paint, press).
• Understanding of procurement flow and supply chain coordination.
• Experience helping a team transition from unconstrained to constrained planning.

Benefits

• Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• 401(k) match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Mental health benefits.
• Complimentary life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Excellent work-life balance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Access to advanced technology and resources.
• Length of service/milestone anniversary gifts.
• Team-building activities.

This position requires access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by these regulations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.