Production Planner

Job Details

Overview:
The Production Planner supports daily production order management and scheduling activities on the shop floor under direct supervision. This is an entry-level role within the Manufacturing Scheduling job family, designed to build foundational skills in production planning, scheduling, and materials coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and release production orders within established guidelines

• Use dispatch reports to coordinate daily schedule execution and material flow

• Perform short-term (?30 days) production planning to meet delivery targets

• Monitor and adjust schedules to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime

• Support inventory management to ensure material availability and accuracy

• Assist with forecasting, master data updates, and engineering change management

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and develop scheduling expertise

Skills & Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of Forecasting, FP, MRP, Excel, Theory of Constraints, Master Data, and Inventory Turns

• Familiarity with Engineering Change Management processes

• Experience with ERP systems (preferred)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing, procurement, or customer service
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