Production Planner Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate degree (2-year) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in production planning, materials planning, or a related field.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Scheduling and Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Supply Chain Fundamentals
• Decision Making and Priority Setting
• Process and Systems Knowledge
• Technology Proficiency
• Customer Focus
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Ethics and Values
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Customer and Quality Focus
• Initiative and Results Orientation
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement
• Safety-First Mindset
• Time Management
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Housekeeping and 5S Practices

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer satisfaction and on-time delivery as the top priority in all planning activities.
• Accurately schedule work orders to meet customer requirements based on system lead times, vendor inputs, and process knowledge.
• Maintain system accuracy across all phases of the scheduling process, including: Demand Planning Inventory Management Capacity Planning Work Order Creation, Execution, and Closure
• Review capacity availability, identify constraints, and develop solutions to maintain production flow and supplier continuity.
• Direct and regulate material movement throughout the manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure continuous material availability.
• Interface directly with process area managers and shift leads regarding scheduling priorities and production requirements.
• Monitor key performance metrics and prepare reports for production meetings.
• Proactively communicate risks or variances and escalate issues when necessary.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
• Partner with Engineering, Shipping, Sales, and other departments to support production goals and customer commitments.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers and fulfill commitments with accountability and professionalism.
• Understand and adhere to New Standard’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Seek opportunities to improve processes and solve problems proactively.
• Foster teamwork, communicate effectively, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety, with a goal of zero recordable accidents.
• Practice effective housekeeping standards, including 5S principles.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including the application of Six Sigma methodologies when appropriate.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement