Production Planner

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer demand, sales forecasts, and plant capacity assumptions
• Utilize MRP / ERP systems to plan material requirements, production orders, and inventory levels
• Cook up with Supply Chain and Procurement to align material availability with production plans and identify potential downtime risks
• Communicate production plans, changes, and identified constraints to relevant stakeholders
• Monitor production schedules and recommend adjustments based on equipment availability, labor constraints, supply disruptions, or demand changes
• Collaborate with Procurement and Supply Chain to analyze material shortages, escalate risks, and support prioritization of critical items

Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of previous planning, scheduling, or manufacturing experience
• Prior experience coordinating materials, inventory, or production schedules
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, experience with other MS Office tools required
• Working knowledge of MRP / ERP planning systems
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a physical and drug test
• Must be able to pass pre-employment criminal background check

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary coursework or degree preferred

Benefits And More

• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision, (PPO) with low out-of-pocket employee costs
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & AFLAC offered
• Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

Additional Information

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.