Production Planner

Responsible for developing and releasing production schedules for building finished goods. Must command a knowledge of scheduling activities in a production environment with exceptional organizational, computer, and communication skills. Manage product delivery to clients, by creating schedules, and meeting production goals and delivery deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Expected to work very closely with all aspects of the organization.
• Develop and maintain production schedules and ensure manufacturing processes are carried out properly.
• Maintain workflow by setting production schedule and inventory requirements; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; implementing cost reductions; and developing reporting procedures/systems.
• Arrange freight for customers and handle all freight-related issues.
• Help maintain proper inventory counts and levels.
• Maintain quality by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Create all work orders and release work orders daily to production.
• Review material supply/requirements and determine actions to avoid material shortages.
• Document key information for analysis (downtime, peak production, inventory, and scheduling accuracy).
• Efficiently assign production to minimize company costs and meet delivery deadlines.
• Work with the manager to execute and implement process improvements.
  

Top Skills & Proficiencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and self-directed, ability to work independently or as an active member of a team.
• Exceptional computer skills; MRP, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• High level of professionalism with strong attention to detail
• Able to easily adapt to changing priorities, maintain a high level of flexibility and manage time efficiently.
• Must be patient, highly organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and planning skills
• Strong working knowledge of effective supply chain performance (supply planning, supplier management, etc.).
• Strong passion for creating process and systems improvement.

Work Environment: The office environment, occasionally requires visits to the plant area. Ear/eye protection is provided.

Physical Demands: Applicant may be physically required to lift 10 lbs.

Position Type/Work Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Required Education and Experience

• A two-year trade school or four-year college degree is strongly recommended.
• Minimum of 2-3 related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Salary/Benefits: Based on experience/knowledge. Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401K, 14 paid holidays, vacation/PTO, and bonus plan.

Reports To: Plant Manager

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.