Senior Production Planner

COLTS MANUFACTURING COMPANY LLC•West Hartford, CT

11d•$75,500 - $112,940•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Production Planner turns customer demand and production goals into a workable manufacturing schedule. The role balances material availability, equipment capacity, labor, and lead times to keep orders moving and adjusts plans when priorities change. The planner works closely with Production, Procurement, Inventory, and Engineering, identifying potential shortages, making trade-offs under pressure, and communicating changes clearly.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or materials planning within a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, such as SAP or Epicor.
Demonstrated negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize competing tasks.
Knowledge of relevant supply chain regulations and industry best practices.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity.
Review material requirements and work with Procurement and suppliers to prevent shortages and manage lead times.
Monitor production progress, identify schedule risks, and coordinate recovery plans when orders, materials, or capacity change.
Partner with Production and Engineering to resolve bottlenecks, support new product introductions, and improve planning accuracy.
Maintain accurate planning data in the ERP or MRP system, including lead times, bills of materials, and inventory parameters.
Track performance measures such as on-time delivery, schedule adherence, inventory levels, and material availability.
Lead planning discussions across teams and help develop less experienced planners.