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

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