Production Planner - Erlanger, KY

Archer Daniels Midland • Erlanger, KY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Planner II – Production Planning is responsible for developing and maintaining detailed production schedules that align with demand forecasts, material availability, and capacity constraints. This role ensures efficient use of manufacturing resources, on-time delivery of products, and optimal inventory levels. The Planner II serves as a key liaison between production, purchasing, engineering, and logistics teams to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field OR 2–4 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or materials management in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar) required.
• Strong understanding of production planning principles, capacity management, and material flow.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM or CSCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage short- and mid-range production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory targets.
• Translate demand forecasts and sales orders into executable production plans, considering capacity, labor, and material constraints.
• Monitor and adjust schedules based on changes in demand, material availability, equipment downtime, or other production factors.
• Collaborate with procurement and materials management to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and components.
• Review work orders and ensure accurate data entry in ERP/MRP systems.
• Analyze production performance metrics (e.g., schedule adherence, lead time, capacity utilization) and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to support product launches, engineering changes, and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate planning parameters (lead times, lot sizes, safety stock levels) in planning systems.
• Identify and communicate potential production bottlenecks or risks and propose mitigation plans.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving throughput, and enhancing planning accuracy.

Benefits

• medical/Rx
• dental
• vision
• on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings account
• 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan
• discounted employee stock purchasing program
• life insurance
• disability
• workers’ compensation
• legal assistance
• identity theft protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares)
• Paid time off
• paid holidays
• Adoption assistance
• paid maternity and parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level