Production Planner

About the role

Join the Terex Utilities team in Watertown, SD as a Production Planner. You will play a pivotal role in planning material delivery to best support production, reviewing material availability, escalating shortages, and coordinating unit builds. Manage system work orders and dates to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a safe and organized workplace
• Review Clear To Build data to coordinate planned machine builds on the lines
• Release, reschedule, and complete related work orders
• Ensure each work area has the appropriate materials available to start and execute jobs
• Assist in planning item attributes data in TMS
• Establish material delivery planning and backflush locations in TMS
• Manage bypass reports and order parts from CLI
• Analyze material flow problems, determine causes, and implement corrective actions (e.g., proper station coding, 2-bin setup, mistake-proofing order/distribution processes)
• Identify and eliminate waste within inventory materials processes
• Requisition materials when applicable
• Maintain, audit, and improve Standard Work
• Train and cross-train other employees in materials processes

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 to 3 years of material inventory experience
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, computer, and math)
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and computer systems aptitude
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures
• Commitment to safety, quality, and the principles of Lean Manufacturing
• Enthusiasm for working “hands-on” in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated analytical mindset and problem-solving skills

About Terex

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles, waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the U.S. and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to exceed customer expectations and deliver consistent, profitable growth.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Advancement opportunities

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00 per hour, based on factors including education, work experience, and certifications.