Manufacturing Resource Planner

Solar Turbines Incorporated; Wamego (KS); On-site; USD 77,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a production planning professional in the United States to lead the coordination of material planning and production scheduling.

This role supports meeting customer delivery requirements and driving cost efficiency across manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include cross-functional collaboration with production, supply chain, materials, quality, and operations teams, plus ongoing improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and delivery performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Operations Management, Business, Engineering or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, production planning, materials management, or operations leadership.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems to manage production schedules, inventory, and materials planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, and execution of production activities to meet delivery requirements and cost objectives.
• Develop and manage material planning to ensure availability for schedules and demand.
• Coordinate flow of materials across production, inventory, and warehouse locations.
• Monitor inventory levels, material availability, and production capacity.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive performance improvements.
• Analyze data to identify bottlenecks and balance resources for efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Ensure manufacturing and distribution plans align with business objectives and capabilities.
• Drive problem-solving to address production, material, and supply chain challenges.

Skills

Supply chain

ERP/MRP

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM / related field

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Career Area

Manufacturing

Job Description

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Role Definition

Schedules, plans and oversees material procurement, production and delivery processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of production activities to meet customer delivery requirements, productivity targets, and cost objectives.
• Develop and manage material planning activities to ensure materials are available to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Coordinate the flow of materials throughout the manufacturing operation, including movement between production, inventory, and warehouse locations.
• Monitor inventory levels, material availability, and production capacity to support efficient operations.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Production, Supply Chain, Materials, Quality, and Operations to resolve issues and drive performance improvements.
• Analyze production and material planning data to identify bottlenecks, balance resources, and improve operational efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, inventory management, and cost reduction.
• Ensure manufacturing and distribution plans align with business objectives, customer requirements, and operational capabilities.
• Drive problem-solving efforts to address production, material, and supply chain challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience in manufacturing, production planning, materials management, supply chain, or operations leadership.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems to manage production schedules, inventory, and materials planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple functions.

Preferred Skills

Production & Materials Planning

• Working knowledge of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) systems and processes.
• Experience developing production schedules and coordinating material availability to support manufacturing operations.
• Understanding of inventory management, capacity planning, and demand planning principles.

Distribution & Supply Chain

• Experience with Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) and inventory replenishment processes.
• Ability to evaluate the impact of supply chain disruptions, delays, and bottlenecks on operational performance.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate efforts across multiple departments.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive collaboration.
• Experience leading problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.

Analytical & Decision-Making Skills

• Ability to analyze complex operational issues, determine root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret operational data and use insights to improve business results.

Salary Range

77,264.00 - 96,580.00

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Summary Pay Range

$77,264.00 - $115,896.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.