Planner
About The Position
The Planner supports the manufacturing planning team by maintaining accurate production documentation, coordinating critical information across departments, and helping jobs move smoothly through the planning process. The role offers the opportunity to learn manufacturing planning in depth and gradually assume greater responsibility in a dynamic production environment. The position is based onsite in a manufacturing and production-focused environment. The Planner works closely with planners and cross-functional teams, using ERP/MRP systems and other computer-based tools daily. The environment is fast-paced and detail-oriented, with shifting priorities and a professional manufacturing office setting adjacent to production areas. This is a contract-to-hire position based in Auburn, Washington.
Requirements
- Strong computer skills and ability to work efficiently in digital systems and databases.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills for managing documentation and data accurately.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while adapting to changing priorities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with internal teams.
- Reliable follow-up skills to ensure required information and actions are completed.
- Willingness and ability to learn manufacturing planning processes and best practices.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in manufacturing, production coordination, or document control.
- Experience working with ERP or MRP systems.
- Aerospace manufacturing background.
- Familiarity with planning and scheduling in a production or industrial environment.
Responsibilities
- Support manufacturing planners with day-to-day planning and scheduling activities.
- Maintain and update manufacturing travelers, routing documents, and related production documentation.
- Process revision changes and update planning information accurately and promptly.
- Track outstanding information and requirements needed to move jobs through the planning workflow.
- Coordinate with internal departments to gather and confirm planning and production information.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date data in ERP/MRP and planning systems.
- Assist with planning backlog reduction and documentation cleanup initiatives.
- Learn manufacturing planning processes, tools, and standards, and progressively take on increased responsibility.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for the employee and dependents
- Short- and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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