Production Planner

YK Solutions•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Planner is responsible for the production process, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently and according to the production schedule. The role develops and implements production schedules to meet customer demand and optimize resource utilization, coordinates with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, distribution, and sales, and monitors production performance to identify improvements. The planner also coordinates material availability, forecasts demand, identifies capacity constraints, determines outsourcing needs, and maintains accurate production orders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Five years’ experience as a Production Planner or in a similar role.
At least one year of experience in metal manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of MRP, production planning, and supply chain principles.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Excellent communication and people skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines.
Proficiency in MS Office.

Nice To Haves

APICS certification.
HVAC experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer demands and optimize resource utilization.
Coordinate production with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and distribution teams.
Monitor and analyze production data, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely delivery of production materials.
Collaborate with sales to forecast future demand and adjust production plans accordingly.
Identify potential production capacity bottlenecks and propose ways to improve productivity.
Determine outsourcing requirements based on plant capacity and product lead times.
Participate in production schedule meetings to understand plant performance and resolve schedule conflicts.
Ensure the accuracy of production orders.
Assess production process performance regularly and implement changes as needed.