Materials Planner II

Regal Rexnord•Union Grove, WI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Materials Planner II is responsible for creating and maintaining production schedules based on customer orders and material availability, managing inventory, coordinating component availability with procurement, and monitoring work-in-process. The role adjusts schedules in response to bottlenecks, labor constraints, equipment downtime, and engineering changes, and analyzes capacity requirements to recommend operational adjustments. This position collaborates with manufacturing supervisors, tracks schedule adherence, supports new product introductions, and maintains planning data in the ERP system. It also participates in continuous improvement initiatives. The role is fully onsite at the designated Regal Rexnord office, with most work performed in a manufacturing production environment. Personal protective equipment and safety precautions are required.

Requirements

2–4 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, Epicor, or similar.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to interpret bills of materials (BOMs), routings, and manufacturing process flows.
Positive, can-do attitude; professional demeanor; performance orientation; and strong customer focus.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Ability to follow verbal instructions and read and write in English.
Ability to read specifications, route sheets, blueprints, charts, test information, and bills of material.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Solid basic math skills, including arithmetic, fractions, and ratios.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders and material availability.
Review and manage inventory levels to maintain optimal stock while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
Coordinate with procurement to ensure required components are available to support the production plan.
Monitor work-in-process (WIP) and adjust schedules to address bottlenecks, labor constraints, equipment downtime, or engineering changes.
Analyze capacity requirements and recommend adjustments to staffing, shift patterns, or machine utilization.
Collaborate with manufacturing supervisors to communicate schedule changes, resolve conflicts, and support daily production needs.
Track schedule adherence and identify root causes for delays or inefficiencies.
Support new product introductions (NPI) by coordinating production readiness, routing setup, and phase-in/phase-out planning.
Maintain accurate planning data in the ERP system, including routings, lead times, and work center capacities.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline planning processes and improve operational performance.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.