Fabrication Production Planner: Optimize Workflows

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. seeks a Fabrication Production Planner to coordinate production workflows, schedules, and material requirements to ensure timely delivery of fabricated products.

This role will optimize resources to minimize downtime, manage inventory levels, and resolve bottlenecks between sales, engineering, and the production floor. The position requires strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, analytical and communication skills, and a bachelor’s or associate degree in business

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ERP/MRP software for planning and tracking.
• Ability to analyze forecasts and production rates to make data-driven decisions.
• Strong communication skills to liaise between procurement, production, and sales teams.
• Aassociate’s or bachelor’s degree in business or engineering with manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Production Scheduling: Develop, maintain, and adjust detailed manufacturing schedules (MPS) to meet customer demand and sales forecasts.
• Workflow Optimization: Coordinate with fabrication teams to optimize resources, reduce bottlenecks, and manage production timelines.
• Material Control: Monitor inventory levels, initiate purchase requisitions, and ensure material availability to meet production schedules.
• Order Management: Release manufacturing orders based on MRP and track progress, providing regular status updates.
• Problem Solving: Address production disruptions, material shortages, or machinery issues.

Skills

ERP/MRP software

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Aassociate’s or bachelor’s degree in business or engineering

Job description

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. seeks a Fabrication Production Planner to coordinate production workflows, schedules, and material requirements to ensure timely delivery of fabricated products.

This role will optimize resources to minimize downtime, manage inventory levels, and resolve bottlenecks between sales, engineering, and the production floor. The position requires strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, analytical and communication skills, and a bachelor’s or associate degree in business