R26-0009 - Associate Planner

USI INC•Milpitas, CA

8d•$71,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Planner to support the coordination and management of manufacturing schedules in a fast-paced SMT environment. This is an entry-level planning role ideal for someone looking to build a career in production planning. The Associate Planner will work closely with senior planners and cross-functional teams to help align production output with customer demand, supporting on-time delivery and material availability. This position is 100% onsite. About the job Location: Milpitas, CA [Onsite] Employment type: Full-time, Exempt Department: Planning Report To: Planning Manager

Requirements

College degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field.
0–2 years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or a related manufacturing role
Decision making
Communication
Teamwork skills
Problem-solving skills
Multi-tasking skill
Detail Oriented
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and material flow; exposure to SMT or electronics manufacturing is a plus.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems or a strong willingness to learn.
Knowledge in Microsoft Office
Advance Microsoft Excel skill

Nice To Haves

Any exposure to NPI, prototype builds, or contract/quick-turn manufacturing environments.
APICS coursework or interest in pursuing APICS certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules based on customer demand, material availability, and capacity inputs provided by the planning team.
Monitor work-in-progress and communicate schedule updates or potential delays to senior planners and relevant stakeholders.
Support collaboration between Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Engineering by helping to track open issues and follow up on action items.
Assist with the timely release of work orders and help coordinate across SMT assembly, testing, and final packaging operations.
Maintain and update accurate data in the ERP system, including work orders, production statuses, and lead times.
Help track key planning metrics such as on-time delivery (OTD), backlog, and capacity utilization under the guidance of senior staff.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by assisting with early build coordination and communication between Engineering and Production.
Assist in Quick-Turn planning efforts for expedited customer orders under direction from senior planners.