Intern: Material & Production Planner & Scheduler

Knorr-Bremse; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits (Medical, Prescription

Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

KB Signaling is seeking an Intern, Material/Production Planner and Scheduler to support daily planning operations, assist with material availability, and help execute production schedules in Grain Valley, Missouri. The role emphasizes data analysis, KPI reporting, and collaboration across Production, Material, and Scheduling teams to reduce stranded inventory and improve on-time delivery.

Qualifications include basic MRP knowledge, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and a focus on detail in a

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of MRP, scheduling, inventory, and logistics.
• Ability to analyze data trends and shortages to propose solutions.
• Strong communication to manage escalations across teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Core Supply Chain Operations with daily planning and scheduling.
• Identify stranded inventory and implement rework plans with cross-functional teams.
• Improve lead times for manufactured parts and assist cash collection efforts.
• Identify shortages and manage escalations to protect production timelines.
• Assist in compiling and reporting KPIs for process improvements.

Skills

Supply Chain Foundational Knowledge

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Communication & Collaboration

Software & Systems

Detail-Oriented & Adaptable

Education

Supply Chain Management

Operations Management

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

KB Signaling is seeking an Intern, Material/Production Planner and Scheduler to support daily planning operations, assist with material availability, and help execute production schedules in Grain Valley, Missouri. The role emphasizes data analysis, KPI reporting, and collaboration across Production, Material, and Scheduling teams to reduce stranded inventory and improve on-time delivery.

Qualifications include basic MRP knowledge, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and a focus on detail in a