Production Planning Supervisor

Aston Carter•Minneapolis, MN

2d•$53 - $72•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Production Planning Supervisor to lead the development and execution of production plans and schedules in a global manufacturing environment. This role ensures efficient utilization of labor, materials, and equipment while meeting customer demand and delivery commitments. The position involves overseeing short-term production scheduling (S&OE) and supporting longer-term planning inputs (S&OP) to align demand, capacity, and supply. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement and collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Quality, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams.

Requirements

5–8 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field preferred.
Strong expertise in production scheduling, capacity planning, and demand alignment.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems, specifically Sage.
Strong Excel capabilities, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
Ability to make sound, logical decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
APICS certification as CPIM or CSCP preferred.
Experience in contract manufacturing or cGMP-regulated environments strongly preferred.
Experience in a batch manufacturing environment preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Manage the short-term production scheduling process, ensuring alignment with customer demand and delivery commitments.
Develop and maintain executable production schedules, adjusting as necessary for capacity, labor, or material constraints.
Collaborate with Operations to ensure high schedule adherence, first-pass yield, and on-time completion of production orders.
Support the S&OP process by providing short-term execution insights and capacity constraints.
Translate demand forecasts into actionable production plans and capacity requirements.
Coordinate with Sales, Customer Service, Quality, Warehouse, and Manufacturing teams to align on production priorities.
Partner with sourcing and inventory teams to ensure timely availability of materials and balance production schedules with inventory targets.
Maintain planning data within ERP systems and provide regular reporting and analysis on production and planning performance.
Drive lean manufacturing and process optimization initiatives, ensuring compliance with cGMP, safety, and company policies.
Lead, coach, and develop production planners and scheduling personnel, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.