Production Planner II

Forum Energy Technologies • Broussard, LA

10d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Production Planner II to work closely with our Master Scheduler in coordinating and optimizing manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in translating strategic plans into actionable daily and weekly production schedules, managing complex material flows, and proactively resolving issues to ensure on-time delivery and operational efficiency. This role requires strong independent judgment, a solid grasp of MRP/ERP systems, and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• 3+ years of proven, progressive experience as a Production Planner or in a similar role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex data analysis, reporting, and forecasting (pivot tables, V-lookups, complex formulas).
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities, with an aptitude for handling complex problems independently.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills for all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work well under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and influence decisions across departments.

Nice To Haves

• Ideal candidate will have experience working with Dynamics 365 (Business Central).
• Experience in data management and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and release detailed daily/weekly production schedules for complex product lines or work centers, ensuring alignment with the strategic direction set by the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and customer requirements.
• Proactively monitor raw material and component inventory levels, coordinate closely with Procurement to expedite materials as needed, and perform detailed capacity analysis to identify and mitigate potential bottlenecks (labor and machine).
• Act independently to identify and address production disruptions, material shortages, and quality issues with minimal supervision, developing viable solutions in coordination with the Master Scheduler to minimize delays and impact on delivery commitments.
• Serve as a primary liaison between the shop floor, quality assurance, engineering, sales, and procurement teams, facilitating clear communication and alignment of production priorities and changes.
• Ensure high accuracy of inventory records, Bill of Materials (BOMs), routing information, and other planning parameters within the ERP/MRP system to support accurate forecasting and planning.
• Collaborates extensively with the Master Scheduler on mid-to-long term planning strategies and may assist in the training and guidance of junior planners or production support staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees