Planner I

About the role

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. As an established technology and innovation leader, we continuously evolve to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. The Planner I develops and coordinates production schedules based on customer orders and delivery requirements, supporting a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a focus on production planning, scheduling, and materials management using Oracle systems to drive reliable execution and inventory accuracy. This is an on-site position at our Chillicothe, MO facility.

Responsibilities

• Plans and develops weekly production line schedules of assigned departments based on the master schedule plan.
• May schedule rework, unfinished parts and assemblies, new product releases, and special orders.
• Analyzes shortages of both manufactured and purchased parts.
• Prepares all necessary support materials for production, including route sheets, shop packets, and shipping documents.
• Establishes effective communication with customers, sales offices, Corporate, and plant production departments to ensure on-time delivery of products by monitoring work orders from start to finish.
• Expedites and secures parts needed for production.
• Makes or recommends revisions to planned production schedules when schedules cannot be met, including planning backup schedules and directing production supervisors on personnel utilization.
• Keeps manager informed of production scheduling issues requiring attention.
• Provides support in other areas when required.
• Complies with standard work practices, SOPs, and all EHS and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Planning and scheduling experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate’s degree in supply chain, business, or related area.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle.
• Experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel to perform data analysis and ad-hoc reports.
• Good communication skills and a strong sense of teamwork.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks effectively.

Applicants must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position, and international relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.