# Planner - Company: [Rocketems]() - Location: Carson City, NV - Team: Materials - Salary: $68K – $82K - Posted: August 25, 2026 ## Job description ## Planner – PCBA Manufacturing **Location:** Carson City, NV **Department:** Materialsn **Reports To:** Director of Materials ### **Role Overview** We are seeking a detail-driven and proactive **Planner** to oversee production material planning, inventory management, and purchasing coordination for our PCBA manufacturing operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that materials, components, and assemblies are available to meet customer delivery schedules while maintaining optimal inventory levels and cost efficiency. ### **Key Responsibilities** * Develop and maintain **production plans and material requirements** to support manufacturing schedules and on-time delivery goals. * Review and release **work orders** based on demand, customer forecasts, and internal capacity. * Analyze and monitor **BOMs (Bills of Materials)** to ensure accurate component availability prior to build. * Maintain **inventory accuracy** through coordination with stockroom and warehouse teams; investigate and resolve variances. * Collaborate with **Purchasing** to manage component lead times, shortages, and supplier constraints. * Identify and mitigate potential **material shortages**; proactively communicate with internal teams and customers. * Work closely with **Program Management, Production, and Engineering** to align material readiness with build schedules. * Monitor **ECO (Engineering Change Orders)** and ensure timely implementation in planning and purchasing systems. * Generate and maintain **planning metrics**, including on-time delivery, inventory turns, and material availability. * Support **MRP/ERP data integrity** by ensuring accurate item master, lead times, and safety stock parameters. * Assist in developing and improving **planning and purchasing workflows** to streamline operations across Rocket’s facilities. ### **Qualifications** * 3+ years of experience in **production planning, materials coordination, or supply chain** within a PCBA or electronics manufacturing environment. * Strong understanding of **BOM structures, component lifecycles, and MRP/ERP systems** (experience with NetSuite, SAP, or similar preferred). * Working knowledge of **SMT, through-hole, and box-build processes** in electronics manufacturing. * Proficiency in **Excel and data analysis** for managing demand, inventory, and supply metrics. * Strong problem-solving, organizational, and cross-functional communication skills. * Ability to **manage multiple projects** in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment. ### **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience in **purchasing or buyer-planner roles** for electronics or aerospace industries. * Familiarity with **IPC Class 3 manufacturing standards** and high-reliability PCBA builds. * APICS or CPIM certification a plus. Pay Range $68,000—$82,000 USD **ITAR/EAR Compliance:** Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization. Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law. #zr ## Apply [Apply on Rocketems]() Canonical job page: