Manufacturing Planner

Aston Carter; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with a%

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Planner for Auburn, WA to ensure 100% on-time delivery by proactive work order management and coordination of shortages and priorities on the plant floor.

You will use AS400 and email to adjust timelines, communicate with teams, and push for solutions that meet commitments while following company procedures and lean processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred.
• Computer skills include Job Scope Manufacturing software, Word and Excel.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Status delinquencies (shortages) and projected delivery dates.
• Coordinate short flow, AOG, priority requirements and Not Moving orders.
• Negotiate due dates to protect on-time delivery.
• Identify problems and propose solutions to avoid delays.
• Communicate parts shortages and timelines for hot parts upon CSR request.
• Prioritize Work Orders and Shipping Schedules using AS400 and email.
• Follow company procedures and support other team positions.
• Meet multiple deadlines with professional conduct.

Skills

Teamwork

Autonomy

Quick learner

Education

High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred

Tools

AS400

Email

Job description

Position Summary

The Planner supports manufacturing and ensures 100% on time delivery through proactive management of each work order. In all actions, support the Quality Policy, Mission Statement, and other policies and procedures by supporting our commitment to total customer satisfaction, quality products and services, lean processes, continuous improvement, on-time delivery, safety, taming, individual accountability, and respect for people.

• Status delinquencies (shortages), know where they are within the plant and the projected delivery date.
• Manage and coordinate short flow, AOG, Priority requirements, Not Moving orders by negotiating due dates when on-time delivery is in jeopardy.
• Identify potential problems, analyze, and propose alternatives for resolution for any issues that may jeopardize on-time delivery.
• Identifies and communicates parts shortages.
• Responsible of generating and follow up Timelines for HOT parts upon CSR request.
• Add priority to Work Orders and Shipping Schedules when needed using the plant soft tools such as AS400, e-mail, etc.
• Become knowledgeable of and follow company procedures.
• Support other team positions as required.
• Follow all job tools available and applicable to the job and the plant including SP’s, Work instructions, Modules, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned and needed to meet company growth and customer expectations.
• Work well under pressure; meeting multiple & sometimes competing deadlines. At all times, demonstrate cooperative and civil behavior with co-workers, supervisors and customers.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Status delinquencies (shortages), know where they are within the plant and the projected delivery date.
• Manage and coordinate short flow, AOG, Priority requirements, Not Moving orders by negotiating due dates when on-time delivery is in jeopardy.
• Identify potential problems, analyze, and propose alternatives for resolution for any issues that may jeopardize on-time delivery.
• Identifies and communicates parts shortages.
• Responsible of generating and follow up Timelines for HOT parts upon CSR request.
• Add priority to Work Orders and Shipping Schedules when needed using the plant soft tools such as AS400, e-mail, etc.
• Become knowledgeable of and follow company procedures.
• Support other team positions as required.
• Follow all job tools available and applicable to the job and the plant including SP’s, Work instructions, Modules, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned and needed to meet company growth and customer expectations.
• Work well under pressure; meeting multiple & sometimes competing deadlines. At all times, demonstrate cooperative and civil behavior with co-workers, supervisors and customers.

Education And Experiences

• High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred. Candidates that do not have a high school diploma or high school equivalency will be required to take a pre-employment assessment to be considered for the role.
• Computer skills required include: Job Scope Manufacturing software, Microsoft word, and excel
• Ability to successfully participate as a member of a team.
• Have the ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Have the ability to learn quickly.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Noise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working on the manufacturing floor including, but not limited to, eye, ear, and foot protection
• May occasionally lift and /or move up to 10-50 pounds

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Auburn, WA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $49920.00 - $58240.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution
• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources
• Wellness program
• Tuition assistance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Auburn,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.