Production Planner

Role and Responsibilities

• Execute and maintain the production schedule and material requirements for an assigned line under the direction of a senior planner.
• Track WIP, material availability, and schedule adherence; flag variances and constraint issues to the supervising planner.
• Support near-term production forecasting using established templates, historical demand data, and standard run rules.
• Participate in daily/weekly production priority meetings; document and communicate schedule changes to affected teams.
• Learn and apply company scheduling systems (SyteLine) and established run rules for the assigned line.
• Escalate scheduling conflicts, capacity constraints, and customer-impacting delays rather than resolving them unilaterally.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• 0–2 years of experience in production, inventory control, or manufacturing coordination; will train strong candidates without direct experience.
• Basic proficiency with Excel and ERP systems, or demonstrated aptitude to learn quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Developing verbal and written communication skills across departments.

Education and Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in operations, supply chain, or a related field preferred; equivalent manufacturing exposure considered.
• Internship, co-op, or shop-floor experience a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.