Manufacturing Planner Analyst

Colony Brands, Inc.; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colony Brands, Inc. is seeking a Production Planner to drive production scheduling and inventory strategies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will collaborate across departments to align demand with capacity, ensuring timely order fulfillment and cost efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring five years of relevant experience, strong ERP proficiency, and excellent communication skills to coordinate with operations, purchasing, and other teams while optimizing inventory levels.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant experience.
• Experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Must have a high school education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules using ERP systems to meet demand, inventory goals, and corporate objectives.
• Coordinate with operations, purchasing, and cross-functional teams to resolve material shortages, scheduling conflicts, and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels, including excess inventory, and implement strategies for cost containment and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This role ensures efficient material flow through the production cycle, manages manufacturing schedules, and supports cross-functional teams to meet customer service, inventory, and cost objectives.

You’ll Also Be Responsible For

• Develop and maintain production schedules using ERP systems to meet customer demand, inventory goals, and corporate objectives.
• Coordinate with operations, purchasing, and cross-functional teams to resolve material shortages, scheduling conflicts, and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels, including excess inventory, and implement strategies for cost containment and efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

We need an individual who has the ability to work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced environment.

• Possess a high school education and five years of relevant experience.
• Experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.