JORDAN GAYLOR
Carlsbad,CA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented production planner scheduler seeking to leverage expertise in aerospace and defense manufacturing to optimize production processes and ensure efficient resource allocation. Eager to contribute exceptional planning and scheduling skills to drive project success and meet stringent industry standards and program OTDs. Committed to delivering high-quality results while maintaining strict adherence to timelines and program objectives within the aerospace and defense sector.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner and Scheduler 2
Northrop Grumman
02.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained production schedules for aerospace components, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and production to optimize manufacturing processes and resource allocation.
- Utilized MRP/ERP systems (e.g., Costpoint, MES) to manage inventory levels, monitor production progress, and track material requirements.
- Conducted capacity planning to identify potential bottlenecks and proactively mitigate production delays across program within precision assembly.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles to streamline operations, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency.
- Participated in regular program production meetings to communicate schedule updates, address issues, and coordinate corrective actions needed to maintain the IMS build plan target dates.
- Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) such as lead time, cycle time, and inventory turnover to drive program OTD's and success.
- Conducted regular reviews of demand forecasts, adjusting production schedules as needed to maintain optimal inventory levels without compromising assets built into the master schedule.
- Participated in root cause analysis exercises to address quality concerns and continuous improvement among with in the manufacturing process.
- Supported new program introductions by collaborating with engineering, program management and quality teams during the kickoff and Qual/Flight production stages.
- Managed change requests effectively, balancing priorities while minimizing disruptions to ongoing manufacturing.
- Devised and implemented efficient processes for production tracking and inventory control.
- Participated in regular production meetings to communicate schedule updates, address issues, and coordinate corrective actions needed to maintain the IMS build plan.
- Provided training and guidance to junior planners to enhance team performance and capabilities through Tableau dashboards for easy real-time data tracking and metric capabilities.
PRODUCTION PLANNING COORDINATOR
SPACE X
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Served as production floor liaison by providing coordination and manufacturing planning between engineering and integration teams to support the ongoing completion of the orbital class reusable, two-stage rocket vehicle known as Falcon 9.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through resource allocation optimization, leading to significant budget reductions.
- Working through MRP/ERP system processes to plan, purchase, schedule and execute structural integration operations to accomplish product delivery in various (payload specific) configurations
- Actions executed in support of production teams, engineering, scheduling and technicians to ensure integration elements are being executed in accordance with current engineering manifests to meet FAA/SpaceX/Industry standards.
- Contributing to engineering planning scope with issue ticket disposition, update engineering manifests/drawings for future production work orders.
- Develop reports and metrics for senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on data-driven insights.
- Procuring materials for work orders to be integrated by the production floor
- Maintaining current weekly master schedule for F9 Barrel/integration teams by ensuring materials, work orders, POs, inventory levels, coordinating movements of materials etc.… are all in work or on track to support current 'exit rates' for all assets in production.
- Contributed to business growth by identifying opportunities for process improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating trackers accurately as needed.
- Work order actions such as releasing based on current approved configuration drawings, updating BOM requirements, requesting open issue ticket disposition through engineering team, referencing current issues, process improvements, purchase order submittals etc… Working with procurement and planning teams to maintain and manage current demand levels within inventory and on the production floor to maintain consumption rate.
- Pulling in and/or increasing PO line quantities to ensure on hand inventory levels can meet production's needs and integration dates
- Utilizing tools such as Power BI, Excel and various others to maintain and provide real-time data to my production leads and outside teams and track current build schedules
- Increased efficiency by streamlining coordination processes and implementing new organizational systems.
- Managed vehicle timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Operations Planning Coordinator
Sierra Nevada Corporation
10.2018 - 03.2021
- Active "SECRET" DOD Clearance Obtained
- Management/logistical operations of materials within the Avionics Shop compliment within the Supply Chain management group, aiding in the production/work flow of all active programs to best meet scheduled deadlines while working closely with Materials Management, Engineering and Supply Chain Management business areas.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining coordination processes and implementing new organizational systems.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless program execution and enhanced output.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through resource allocation optimization, leading to significant common stock material budget reductions.
- Reduced logistical errors through meticulous planning of inventory management practices.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Assisted with operations planning and execution.
- Streamlined planning processes by implementing efficient coordination strategies and communication tools.
- Analyzed data trends to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased productivity in planning for resource areas.
- Provided guidance to junior team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2029
Associate of Science - Cinematography
LOS ANGELS FILM SCHOOL
Los Angeles, CA09.2009
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Production Scheduling
- Inventory Management
- MRP/ERP
- Microsoft Suite/Power BI/Tableau/IBM Cognos
- Siemens NX/Team Center/ ENG Drawings
- Best Practices/Process Improvement Implementation
- Cost Analysis
- Data Entry
- Resource Allocation
Timeline
Production Planner and Scheduler 2
Northrop Grumman
02.2023 - Current
PRODUCTION PLANNING COORDINATOR
SPACE X
03.2021 - 02.2023
Operations Planning Coordinator
Sierra Nevada Corporation
10.2018 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Arizona State University
Associate of Science - Cinematography
LOS ANGELS FILM SCHOOL