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Production Planner:26-01688

Akraya, Inc.

Greater Boston, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$30–$40 Per Hour
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Calendar Management, Campaigns, Corrective Action, Hardware Development, Inventory Management, Leadership, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Product Development, Product Programs, Production Control, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Production Systems, Prototyping, Purchasing/Procurement, Rapid Prototyping, Supply Chain, Technical Recruiting, Time Management
LOCATION
Greater Boston, MA
POSTED
7 days ago
Primary Skills: Production Planner (advanced), Production Scheduling (advanced), Inventory Management (intermediate), Supply Chain Coordination (intermediate), Agile Planning (intermediate)
Contract Type: W2
Duration: 6  Months
Location: Greater Boston, MA (#LI- Onsite)
Pay Range: $30-$40 Per Hour
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Job Summary:
This role is responsible for orchestrating the weekly and monthly production schedules for various build programs to ensure successful product development and low-rate production. You will act as the central point of contact, bridging supply chain, engineering, and manufacturing to guarantee all necessary resources are available for each build campaign. The position demands adaptability and proactive problem-solving in a dynamic, fast-paced prototyping environment with high part variety.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Define and manage weekly/monthly production schedules from engineering requirements to floor execution.
  • Oversee the clear-to-build process by verifying material, tooling, and labor readiness.
  • Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely material delivery and proactively address supply risks.
  • Balance production capacity against demand across multiple, complex projects.
  • Track production performance, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
Must-Have Skills:
  • Proven experience in production planning and scheduling.
  • Ability to coordinate effectively across supply chain, engineering, and operations.
  • Strong adaptability and problem-solving in a rapidly changing environment.
  • Experience in rapid prototyping and low-rate production environments, particularly within hardware development, is required.
Industry Experience
  • Experience in rapid prototyping and low-rate production environments, particularly within hardware development, is required.
ABOUT AKRAYA
Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Stevie Employer of the Year 2025, SIA Best Staffing Firm to work for 2025, Inc 5000 Best Workspaces in US (2025 & 2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)!

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Akraya, Inc.