Production Planner

Position Summary

We are seeking a self-motivated, experienced Production Planner who thrives on challenges and embraces new opportunities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the on-time delivery of finished products by effectively planning and scheduling one shift of production within a manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in maintaining customer satisfaction by meeting published lead times and customer delivery requirements while balancing inventory and production capacity.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and maintain production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of finished products. - Plan and coordinate one shift of manufacturing operations to meet customer demand and business objectives. - Establish and maintain planning parameters within the ERP system to support efficient production flow and fiscally responsible inventory levels. - Monitor inventory levels and recommend adjustments to optimize material availability while minimizing excess inventory. - Utilize MRP/ERP systems to support effective production planning, scheduling, and capacity management. - Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Customer Service, and other cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling conflicts and production challenges. - Analyze production requirements, capacity constraints, and inventory needs to support operational goals. - Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, delivery performance, and inventory accuracy. - Support ERP system enhancements and implementation activities as needed. - Communicate production plans, priorities, and changes effectively across all levels of the organization.

Required Qualifications

- Previous experience as a Production Planner or Scheduler in a manufacturing environment. - Demonstrated experience with manufacturing planning processes. - Strong understanding of MRP/ERP methodologies, including capacity planning. - Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. - Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills. - Effective verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment. - Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with SAP. - Participation in ERP system implementation projects. - Experience working with Lean Manufacturing principles and tools. - Knowledge of inventory management and production optimization techniques.