Production Planner

Description

The Production Planner is responsible for assisting the Production Manager with planning and monitoring manufacturing schedules, as well as assisting with project preparation. This position will act as a liaison between the inventory department and assigned manufacturing department ensuring that all materials are stocked for each project.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Plan, review, and update department production schedule; track the progress of the manufacturing process for each active project
• Read production schedules, drawings, and work orders to determine type and quantity of materials required, availability of stock, and order priority
• Work with internal departments (inventory, quality assurance, purchasing) to optimize material availability and resolve any issues that may affect the schedule.
• Inform Production Manager of material status and consult with manager to determine how to resolve outstanding materials that could affect production
• Initiate picking process for timely delivery of materials from inventory to production department
• Evaluate factors that impact production schedules.
• Make recommendations to improve processes and procedure changes. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform work accurately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Reading comprehension skills with the ability to interpret and follow written directions, blueprints, and engineering diagrams.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Basic math skills to meet technical specifications and measurements. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Experience/Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years’ experience in manufacturing, warehouse management, or other related field

Physical Requirements:

• Periods of standing, walking, and sitting at a desk using the machinery
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at a time.
• Must wear PPE, such as gloves, safety glasses, hard hat, and ear protection, while working on the production floor