Production Planner [C]

Novanta • North Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

The Production Planner is a temporary contract role through March of 2027. The role develops and maintains production schedules that support customer demand, inventory objectives, and manufacturing capacity. It coordinates closely with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Materials, and Customer Service to communicate production priorities and ensure materials are available for on-time delivery. The position supports business continuity for Novanta customers during a production site transfer project.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust quickly to changing business needs.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an electronic, industrial, or discrete manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of MRP, inventory control, and capacity planning concepts.
• APICS/ASCM certification or related supply chain training.
• Experience supporting S&OE or production execution processes.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, inventory targets, and available capacity.
• Release, monitor, and update manufacturing work orders.
• Identify schedule risks, capacity constraints, and material shortages that may impact production.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing leaders to establish and communicate production priorities.
• Work with Purchasing and Materials personnel to ensure material availability.
• Track schedule adherence and support actions to recover missed production plans.
• Maintain accurate planning and scheduling data within the ERP/MRP system.
• Participate in daily production meetings and communicate schedule changes to stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree