Jr. Planner

Position Summary: The Production Planner supports the coordination, scheduling, and execution of production activities to ensure efficient workflow, timely order fulfillment, and optimal resource usage.

This role also assists with inventory control by monitoring stock levels, tracking material movements, and maintaining accurate inventory records to support uninterrupted production.

This role requires a high level of coordination between production planning, material management, customer service, and shipping operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Scheduling


* Create daily, weekly, and/or monthly production schedules based on customer orders, capacity, material availability, and production priorities.


* Coordinate with production supervisor(s) to ensure schedules are followed and update plans as needed.


* Monitor production progress and identify delays or issues, escalating them to leadership when necessary.


* Update ERP/MRP systems with scheduling changes, production results, and capacity adjustments.


* Review work orders for accuracy and completeness prior to release.


* Perform final review of work orders and investigate excessive variances prior to closing.


* Prepare production and inventory reports to support planning decisions.

Inventory Control & Material Management


* Monitor raw material, WIP (work-in-process), and finished goods inventory to ensure adequate supply for planned production.


* Perform regular stock checks and support cycle counting activities to maintain accurate inventory records; coordinate cycle counts in finished goods warehouse as necessary.


* Work with procurement to track material deliveries, report shortages, and help plan reorder quantities.


* Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies, ensuring corrective actions are documented.

Cross-Functional Coordination


* Communicate schedule changes or material constraints to production teams.



* Provide timely updates to customer service on order status and potential delivery changes.



* Assist in continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, workflow, and inventory processes.

Qualifications & Requirements


* High school diploma or equivalent required


* 1 year in manufacturing environment preferred


* Demonstrated ability to follow structured processes and execute detailed instructions with high accuracy


* Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines


* Dependable and self-directed with minimal need for supervision once trained


* Clear and effective communicator, both written and verbal, with all levels of the organization


* Basic understanding of manufacturing workflows and inventory management principles


* Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP or similar platforms) and basic Microsoft Excel

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

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