Planner II

TAPCO (Traffic and Parking Control Co., LLC); Brown Deer (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Plan

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Personal Time

Parental Leave

401K Plan with Employer Match

Short-Term Disability

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

Quarterly Company Events

Employee committees

Job summary

TAPCO (Traffic and Parking Control Co., LLC) is seeking a Production Planner II to create, maintain, and optimize production orders, coordinating with Purchasing, Sales, Engineering, Inventory Control, Warehousing, and Production to meet on-time delivery goals.

The role relies on Microsoft Business Central for planning, scheduling, and daily updates. You will mentor junior staff and report to the Planning Manager, contributing to a safe, efficient manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a production planner, scheduler, or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central (BC) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow company safety procedures and promote a safe working environment.
• Review and execute planning worksheet action items daily.
• Convert Firm Planned Orders (FPOs) into Released Production Orders (RPOs) when components are available.
• Review FPOs with shortages and coordinate with Purchasing to align or expedite material availability.
• Communicate regularly with Purchasing regarding open purchase orders and expected delivery dates.
• Partner with Inventory Control to ensure inventory accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Schedule and release production orders to appropriate work centers based on capacity and priorities.
• Collaborate with Production on large or high-priority orders to ensure alignment and execution.
• Monitor and update item parameters to support accurate planning.
• Maintain and adjust customer lead times based on actual performance, capacity and company directives.
• Create and maintain item numbers, routings, and BOMs as needed.
• Review BOMs and routings with Engineering/Manufacturing Engineering to ensure accuracy and manufacturability.
• Provides mentorship and guidance including informal training to Planner I staff.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Cross-department communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Word

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

*Please note - The pay rate will be based on experience.

What TAPCO has to offer you

• Bonus Plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Personal Time
• Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period
• 401K Plan with Employer Match (fully vested on day one)
• Company-Funded Short-Term Disability
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Quarterly Company Events and Lunches
• Have a say in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee

What you will accomplish as a Planner at TAPCO:

The Production Planner II is a mid‑level professional responsible for creating, maintaining, and optimizing production orders to ensure customer orders are completed on time and in full. This role coordinates closely with Purchasing, Sales, Engineering, Inventory Control, Warehousing, and Production to align material availability, capacity, and workflow. The position relies heavily on the Microsoft Business Central (BC) ERP system for planning, scheduling, and daily operational updates. A Planner II is responsible for performing a wide range of planning duties with limited supervision. This role conducts research, prepares reports, manages small projects, and provides technical guidance to junior staff.This position reports to the Planning Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

Duties listed may vary in terms of importance and other duties may be added or eliminated as this position develops.

• Follow company safety procedures and promote a safe working environment.
• Review and execute planning worksheet action items daily.
• Convert Firm Planned Orders (FPOs) into Released Production Orders (RPOs) when components are available.
• Review FPOs with shortages and coordinate with Purchasing to align or expedite material availability.
• Communicate regularly with Purchasing regarding open purchase orders and expected delivery dates.
• Partner with Inventory Control to ensure inventory accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Schedule and release production orders to appropriate work centers based on capacity and priorities.
• Collaborate with Production on large or high-priority orders to ensure alignment and execution.
• Monitor and update item parameters (e.g., reorder points, safety stock) to support accurate planning.
• Maintain and adjust customer lead times based on actual performance, capacity and company directives.
• Create and maintain item numbers, routings, and bills of material (BOMs) as needed.
• Review BOMs and routings with Engineering/Manufacturing Engineering to ensure accuracy and manufacturability.
• Provides mentorship and guidance including informal training to Planner I staff.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications and Experience

• 2-5 years of experience as a production planner, scheduler, or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central (BC) is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate effectively across departments.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative.
• Dependable, adaptable, and able to work independently.
• Ability to navigate and use an ERP system, preferably Microsoft Business Central.

About Us:

At TAPCO, our mission is to enhance transportation and personal safety in our communities through innovative solutions and products. We are driven to save lives! Are you looking for a career where you can earn a great wage based on experience and performance, your contributions are recognized, and you will have growth potential? Then choose TAPCO!

As an EEO Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status or other acceptable taglines in all printed employment advertisements.