Manufacturing Planner I

Description Join Knight Aerospace – Manufacturing Planner I Knight Aerospace is looking for a Manufacturing Planner I to join our team in San Antonio, TX . This role will support manufacturing operations by developing and maintaining manufacturing plans, BOMs, job instructions, work orders, and production documentation while collaborating closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.

Salary: $54,000 annually Annual Bonus: 5% target Location: San Antonio, TX Schedule: Full-time, 100% on-site Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, and additional company benefits We’re looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with technical documentation, and ready to grow within an aerospace manufacturing environment.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Planner is responsible for serving as the bridge between engineering specifications and production execution. These will include translating complex engineering designs into actionable manufacturing instructions. The Manufacturing Planner will represent the Company and its values and will ensure that the expectations of the Company’s customers are exceeded Requirements Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Create and maintain comprehensive job instructions within the company enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
2. Develop and maintain operation workflow sequencing of jobs
3. Develop a detailed Bill of Materials (BOM) with precision and accuracy
4. Analyzing released BOMs to Production Control for stock verification
5. Provide updated BOMs to the Purchasing department
6. Ensure consistency and accuracy of all manufacturing documentation
7. Collaborate with Production Control to optimize manufacturing operation sequencing and requirements
8. Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure manufacturing operations align with technical drawings General Expectations:
9. Written and verbal communication skills.
10. Analytical and problem-solving skills.
11. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
12. Demonstrate exceptional teamwork and collaboration
13. Foster a productive and positive work environment
14. Effectively promote company goals across departments
15. Ability to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks, opportunities, and process improvements
16. Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications
17. Preferred software knowledge: MS Excel, MS Word, and CETEC ERP
18. MS Project experience is required
19. Strong cognitive abilities and attention to detail
20. Advanced data analysis skills with the ability to collect, analyze, and report information Qualifications:
21. High school diploma or GED (required)
22. An associate degree or higher, or an equivalent certification with relevant experience, is preferred
23. A background in manufacturing is highly valued Work Environment Requirements Full-Time Position. Comfortable in a dynamic manufacturing environment Willing to adapt to changing workplace needs
24. May be exposed to dust, noise, and other conditions typical of a manufacturing and warehouse environment.
25. May be required to move between office, production, and warehouse areas as necessary to perform job responsibilities. Physical Requirements Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Ability to move throughout office, production, and warehouse areas for extended periods as required by job duties. Ability to perform repetitive computer and desk-related tasks for extended periods. Ability to reach, bend, and perform routine movements associated with the position.