Production Planning Intern - Grand Rapids Site

Acron Aviation
Grand Rapids, MI
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Geared toward students in supply chain or operations fields comfortable with data analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

Best fit for

  • Students in supply chain or operations with strong analytical and communication skills
    — “students pursuing careers in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Operations”
  • Individuals with prior exposure to ERP/MRP systems and data visualization tools
    — “Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP”
  • Candidates interested in aerospace manufacturing and process improvement
    — “Interest in aerospace manufacturing and operations”

Things to consider

  • This role requires U.S. citizenship due to export control compliance
    — “applicants must qualify as a US Person”
  • The internship may not allow remote work as it involves manufacturing site collaboration
    — “Working alongside experienced Operations and Supply Chain professionals”

How to stand out

  • Highlight data analysis and ERP system experience in your resume and interview responses
    — “Utilize tools such as Excel, Power BI, SAP, or related systems to support operations”
  • Emphasize prior coursework or projects related to production planning or scheduling
    — “Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules aligned to the Master Production Schedule (MPS)”
  • Demonstrate your ability to identify bottlenecks and contribute to continuous improvement
    — “Identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process improvement”
  • Showcase your communication skills with examples of stakeholder coordination
    — “Communicate schedule risks and recovery actions to stakeholders”
  • Demonstrate your understanding of Lean Manufacturing and its applications in operations
    — “Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement projects”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • developed production schedules
  • analyzed production data
  • supported inventory management
Typical background
supply chain managementoperations managementindustrial engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Production PlanningSchedulingData Analysis

Preferred

Inventory ManagementCapacity PlanningContinuous Improvement

Stack & domain

ExcelPower BISAPErp/mrp SystemsLean ManufacturingKaizenAnalytical SkillsProblem-solvingOrganizational SkillsAttention To DetailCommunicationTeamworkTime-managementData AnalysisReportingProcess ImprovementSupply Chain ManagementOperationsIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingBusiness Operations

About the role

Original posting from Acron Aviation via Lever

At Acron Aviation, our ambition is to relentlessly reimagine and reshape the value chains by which we deliver results to customers, suppliers, and stakeholders in pursuit of innovations that create safer skies. We are committed to putting customers first, demonstrating ownership, moving with urgency, and communicating openly.

As a Production Planning Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting aerospace manufacturing operations and supply chain activities. Working alongside experienced Operations and Supply Chain professionals, you will contribute to production planning, scheduling, material coordination, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact operational performance and customer delivery.

This internship is ideal for students pursuing careers in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Operations who are eager to apply classroom learning in a real-world manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do:

  • Production Planning & Scheduling
  • Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules aligned to the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
  • Support the release and tracking of work orders to meet production priorities.
  • Monitor schedule performance and identify potential risks to on-time delivery.
  • Help evaluate labor, material, and equipment capacity requirements.
  • Support production sequencing and workflow planning across manufacturing operations.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Analyze production, inventory, and planning data to support decision-making.
  • Assist in creating dashboards, reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process improvement.
  • Utilize tools such as Excel, Power BI, SAP, or related systems to support operations.
  • Material & Capacity Planning
  • Monitor material shortages and support shortage management activities.
  • Partner with Procurement, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to help resolve constraints.
  • Assist with capacity planning and resource analysis.
  • Support inventory management and planning initiatives.
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement projects.
  • Support Kaizen events and problem-solving activities.
  • Assist in documenting and improving planning processes and standard work.
  • Help maintain planning data accuracy within ERP/MRP systems.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Participate in operational meetings and planning reviews.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams.
  • Communicate schedule risks and recovery actions to stakeholders.
  • Support special projects that improve operational performance

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in: Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics or Related field
  • Sophomore standing or higher preferred.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability toThis position may require access to information, technology, software, or hardware that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. To comply with these requirements, applicants must qualify as a US Person. work in a fast-paced team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous internship, co-op, project, or coursework related to manufacturing, operations, or supply chain.
  • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP.
  • Experience with Power BI or data visualization tools.
  • Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma concepts.
  • Interest in aerospace manufacturing and operations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Acron Aviation is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Additional Information:

Acron Aviation maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where allowed by law. Acron Aviation is an E-Verify employer

Source: Acron Aviation careers (Lever)

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