Production Planner - Erlanger, KY

Job Description

Production Planner 2 - Erlanger, KY

Position Summary
The Planner II – Production Planning is responsible for developing and maintaining detailed production schedules that align with demand forecasts, material availability, and capacity constraints. This role ensures efficient use of manufacturing resources, on-time delivery of products, and optimal inventory levels. The Planner II serves as a key liaison between production, purchasing, engineering, and logistics teams to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage short- and mid-range production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory targets.
• Translate demand forecasts and sales orders into executable production plans, considering capacity, labor, and material constraints.
• Monitor and adjust schedules based on changes in demand, material availability, equipment downtime, or other production factors.
• Collaborate with procurement and materials management to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and components.
• Review work orders and ensure accurate data entry in ERP/MRP systems.
• Analyze production performance metrics (e.g., schedule adherence, lead time, capacity utilization) and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to support product launches, engineering changes, and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate planning parameters (lead times, lot sizes, safety stock levels) in planning systems.
• Identify and communicate potential production bottlenecks or risks and propose mitigation plans.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving throughput, and enhancing planning accuracy.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field OR  2–4 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or materials management in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar) required.
• APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM or CSCP) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of production planning principles, capacity management, and material flow.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with regular interaction with the production floor.
• May require occasional extended hours during peak production or product launch periods.

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.  
​Hiring Manager-Bruce Zimmer    ​
Recruiter- Rebecca Klump 

 

City

Erlanger

State

KY - Kentucky

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performa