Production Planner - Tulsa

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for machined, fabricated, and assembled components
• Convert sales orders and forecasts into actionable work orders and shop schedules
• Closely coordinate with procurement to ensure availability of raw materials and critical components
• Monitor Work In Progress (WIP) and production progress; adjust schedules in real time to address delays, rework, or priority changes
• Evaluate capacity constraints across machining centers, welding, heat treat, and inspection; proactively manage bottlenecks
• Ensure routing, Bill of Materials (BOM), and lead times in ERP/MRP systems are accurate and up to date
• Support expediting efforts for high-priority or delayed orders without derailing overall production flow
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Operations on issues impacting schedule (nonconformances, engineering changes, etc.)
• Track and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, schedule adherence, and backlog status
• Participate in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) / demand planning discussions and provide realistic capacity input
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned

Facility/Group Specific Responsibilities

• To carry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and departmental works instructions
• To contribute to general improvements in the quality of key activities within the department
• To comply with all HSE procedures and policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience) preferred
• 3–7 years of experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment (oil & gas or heavy industrial preferred)
• Working knowledge of machining, fabrication, and assembly processes
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, etc.)
• Strong Excel skills (data analysis, scheduling, and reporting)

Job Requirements

• Operational Awareness: Understands how decisions on paper impact the shop floor
• Prioritization: Knows what actually matters when everything feels urgent
• Problem Solving: Can work through material shortages, machine downtime, and quality holds without freezing up
• Communication: Keeps production, procurement, and leadership aligned—especially when plans change
• Attention to Detail: Catches issues in routings, lead times, and orders before they become production delays

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