Production Planner

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We are seeking a detail-oriented Production Planner to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that our projects are completed efficiently. You will collaborate with various departments including sales, logistics, engineering, and manufacturing to streamline processes and optimize resource allocation. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
If you are a proactive team player with a knack for organization and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Job Summary:
The Production Planner will coordinate schedules and inventories to ensure efficient and effective planning of the Production teams.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Reviews contract specifications, drawings, sales orders, and other project documents to understand requirements.
Schedules and coordinates work with and of appropriate department staff so that projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
Identifies and ensures the availability of materials and supplies.
Acts as liaison with sales, logistics, engineering and manufacturing departments.
Collaborates with these departments to establish schedules and plans that allocate available resources to best serve customer needs.
Participates in periodic forecasting meetings with sales, marketing, and other related departments
Works with weekly cycle counting teams, yearend inventory and other inventory related tasks.
Release production work orders, close and completes work orders and works closely with Manufacturing cells.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong leadership skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints is a plus
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelors degree in related area preferred.
At least two years of experience in related disciplines including production planning, or assembly work, required.
MRP experience preferred

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