Production Planner Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to ITAR regulations.
• Must demonstrate good organizational and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Proficient computer skills including strong MS Office Suite needed.
• Ability to learn, understand, and develop BOMs, Routings, and workflows.
• 3+ yrs production planning/scheduling experience using MRP/ERP programs.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. on occasion.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, including working in and around moving parts, chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
• Must be able to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the duration of the work schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Netsuite experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, demand forecasts, and inventory levels.
• Monitor raw material, work-in-process, and finished goods inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock, collaborating with procurement and shipping to ensure timely deliveries.
• Estimate material and capacity needs for production runs. Coordinate directly with manufacturing and assembly leadership to help assign resources effectively to meet production targets.
• Identify bottlenecks based on product mix to optimize production flow.
• Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure products meet quality standards. Communicate with Procurement to elevate raw material issues and constraints immediately.
• Track production metrics like output, efficiency, and scrap to identify areas for improvement. This will include development and upkeep of reports on production status, performance metrics, etc.
• Work closely with various departments including sales, procurement/supply chain, shipping/receiving, manufacturing, and quality to ensure smooth production flow.
• Work with ERP system to utilize all tools available; address accuracy-related systemic issues and data management to ensure alignment of physical inventory with system records.
• Participate in initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and productivity, implementing best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• health insurance
• vision insurance
• dental insurance
• disability insurance
• PTO
• 401K