Production Planner

WESTRAFO AMERICA LLC • Trotwood, OH

10h

About The Position

The Production Planner is responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining production schedules to ensure efficient manufacturing of electrical transformers. This role serves as a critical link between engineering, procurement, production, and international partners to align demand, capacity, and material availability. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations (experience in electrical or industrial equipment manufacturing strongly preferred).
• Experience working in a made-to-order or project-based manufacturing environment.
• Familiar with SAP.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and international teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer demand, project timelines, and capacity constraints.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management to align production plans with technical requirements and delivery milestones.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to address delays, material shortages, or changes in priorities.
• Partner closely with our Italian team to ensure alignment on global production strategies, material planning, and best practices.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with international stakeholders to support seamless communication and execution across regions.
• Analyze production data within SAP.
• Communicate schedule updates, risks, and constraints to leadership and relevant stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production planning process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees