Planner

Talentify; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aston Carter seeks a Planner II in Georgetown, TX for an onsite contract-to-hire role to develop and manage production schedules, balancing demand, capacity and material constraints while coordinating with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering and Quality.

You will drive schedule accuracy, update BOMs and ECNs, monitor on-time delivery and lead times, and optimize planning processes. ERP/MRP experience and advanced Excel are preferred, with cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in planning or purchasing.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and BOM management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability.
• Determine job priorities, quantities, and required completion dates.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Production, Engineering, and Quality to align planning activities.
• Process ECNs and modify BOMs; maintain item master data.
• Monitor schedules and address delays, shortages or changes in capacity.

Skills

Planning

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

ERP/MRP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain / Engineering / related field

Tools

Syteline ERP

Job description

Job Title: Planner IIJob Description

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Planner II to develop and manage production schedules. The role involves analyzing capacity and material constraints, coordinating with various departments, and confirming ship dates for customer orders. This position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability.
• Determine job priorities, quantities, and required completion dates.
• Direct Planner I on job creation, release timing, and execution priorities.
• Analyze capacity and material constraints to ensure achievable production plans.
• Confirm ship dates for new customer orders in coordination with Sales.
• Evaluate and respond to customer pull-in requests, determining feasibility based on capacity and lead time.
• Continuously assess part availability, including supplier lead times and inventory, when making planning decisions.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Production, Engineering, and Quality to align planning activities.
• Process Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) including updating item revisions and modifying Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Create and maintain item master data and new BOMs.
• Manage changes impacting production schedules and material requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality on non-conforming materials and determine disposition based on production demand.
• Work cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, and Quality to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Monitor and adjust schedules to address delays, shortages, or unforeseen conditions.
• Support reporting and performance tracking such as on-time delivery and schedule adherence.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and system accuracy.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

Essential Skills

• 2-5 years of experience in purchasing or planning.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience.
• Experience with ERP/MRP tools.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, lead times, and capacity planning.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Syteline ERP system.
• Experience with BOM management and engineering change processes.
• Experience supporting multi-product or complex manufacturing environments.

Work Environment

This is an onsite, highly collaborative team environment with business hours from Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm. The office features shorter cubicles that allow for easy communication and collaboration. The company offers opportunities for growth, potential for full-time employment at the end of the contract, and the possibility of ownership in the company down the road.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Georgetown, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $34.00/hr.

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.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Georgetown,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.