MRP Production Planner – Manufacturing Operations

JMD Technologies Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

JMD Technologies Inc. seeks a Production Planner to support manufacturing operations through MRP analysis, production order management, and WIP monitoring. You will focus on material availability, scheduling, shortage management, and timely release of production orders.

The role requires collaboration with manufacturing, procurement, warehouse, and project teams, with ERP/MRP system experience and a strong eye for inventory control. Onsite schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Experience in Production Planning and manufacturing operations.
• Hands-on knowledge of MRP analysis, planned orders, and production order management.
• Experience monitoring WIP, material shortages, and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRP analysis and monitor signals for manufactured items, planned orders, and production orders.
• Monitor and report WIP aging, material shortages, and SRU/LRU on-time completions.
• Review and release production orders while ensuring material availability and accurate paperwork.
• Monitor material issues, kitting activities, and production order maintenance.
• Support inventory accuracy, WIP floor audits, and material reconciliation.
• Participate in manufacturing coordination meetings and process improvement activities.

Skills

Production Planning

MRP analysis

Planned orders

Production orders

WIP monitoring

Inventory control

ERP/MRP systems

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Title: MRP Production Planner - Manufacturing Operations

Location: Fort Worth, TX (Onsite 5 days/week)

Employment Type: Contract (1 year+)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:30 PM

Status: Accepting Candidates

About the Role

Seeking a Production Planner to support manufacturing operations through MRP analysis, production order management, and WIP monitoring. This role focuses on material availability, production scheduling, shortage management, and ensuring timely production order releases.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform MRP analysis and monitor signals for manufactured items, planned orders, and production orders.


• Monitor and report WIP aging, material shortages, and SRU/LRU on-time completions.


• Review and release production orders while ensuring material availability and accurate paperwork.


• Monitor material issues, kitting activities, and production order maintenance.


• Support inventory accuracy, WIP floor audits, and material reconciliation.


• Participate in manufacturing coordination meetings and process improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in Production Planning and manufacturing operations.


• Hands-on knowledge of MRP analysis, planned orders, and production order management.


• Experience monitoring WIP, material shortages, and production schedules.


• Understanding of inventory control, material flow, kitting, and reconciliation.


• Ability to coordinate with manufacturing, procurement, warehouse, and project management teams.


• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning data maintenance.

Compensation (Pay Transparency)

• Estimated hourly range: $30-$34/hr.


• Final rate within this range will be based on skills, experience, and interview results.