Production Planner

Position Summary

The Production Planner is responsible for the development, implementation, analysis, and coordination of the schedule for the production lines.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of production schedulers responsible for creating weekly, and monthly master production schedules
• Track production progress, identify bottlenecks, and adjust schedules to address delays or equipment issues.
• Analyze sales forecasts and customer demand to ensure adequate production capacity levels.
• Develop and communicate daily production plans to all departments and keep staff informed of any changes or updates as needed.
• Participates in and supports efforts for improvements to plant efficiency and labor management.
• Provide reporting and data to all levels of the organization.

Experience & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in production planning/scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Experienced with capacity planning.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and identify trends for effective planning.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Behavioral Skills

• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in ERP Systems. NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office including advanced skills in Excel.
• Lean Six Sigma experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work within both an office setting and a production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
• Ability to move throughout the facility.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90, $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings