Lean & ERP-Driven Production Planner

LS Cable & System USA; Tarboro (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LS Cable & System USA seeks a Production Planner to join our team. Under the Production Planning Manager, you will plan and schedule work centers to meet customer orders while considering machine capabilities and capacity.

You will coordinate production loads with shipping and manufacturing, analyze order releases, and drive on-time delivery using Lean methods and continuous improvement. A STEM-lean background and ERP experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; STEM major a plus.
• Minimum 2 years' work experience in scheduling and inventory control in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) is essential.
• Understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules to ensure 100% on-time delivery of customer orders.
• Analyze sales order releases for capacity planning and material requirements.
• Input shipping information and delivery dates accurately.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, purchasing, and shipping departments to resolve planning issues.
• Communicate production progress to support departments and management.

Skills

Customer Focus

Collaboration

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Team Contribution

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

STEM major a plus

Tools

Excel

MRP understanding

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/JD Edwards)

Lean manufacturing

Job description

LS Cable & System USA seeks a Production Planner to join our team. Under the Production Planning Manager, you will plan and schedule work centers to meet customer orders while considering machine capabilities and capacity.

You will coordinate production loads with shipping and manufacturing, analyze order releases, and drive on-time delivery using Lean methods and continuous improvement. A STEM-lean background and ERP experience are valued.