Planning Specialist

Stellar Industries; Garner (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Industries in Garner, IA is seeking a Production Control associate responsible for supporting production planning, inventory management, and on-time delivery. You will create schedules, monitor progress, coordinate with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics, and help drive continuous improvement through data analysis.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and a team player with solid communication and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional ops mgmt cert is a plus.
• Experience in production or manufacturing is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating production schedules and work orders based on demand, inventory, and capacity.
• Monitor production progress and provide regular updates to the team.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics for material availability.
• Resolve production issues such as shortages or equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Maintain inventory records and conduct periodic audits to identify discrepancies.
• Analyze production data (yield, cycle times, quality) to spot improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and bottleneck resolution.
• Generate reports on production activities and KPIs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

MS Office proficiency

Problem solving

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Operations management certification (nice to have)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Summary

This Production Control role will involve supporting production planning, inventory management, and ensuring timely delivery of products. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and has a passion for operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in creating production schedules and work orders based on customer demand, inventory levels, and production capacity.
• Monitor production progress and provide regular updates to the production team.
• Coordinate with various departments, including manufacturing, procurement, and logistics, to ensure timely availability of materials and resources.
• Collaborate with the production team to resolve any production-related issues, such as material shortages or equipment malfunctions, in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct periodic inventory audits to identify discrepancies and take corrective actions.
• Assist in analyzing production data, such as yield rates, cycle times, and quality metrics, to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
• Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process bottlenecks and suggesting process optimization measures.
• Assist in generating reports related to production activities and key performance indicators.

Essential Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in operations management or a related field is a plus.
• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using computer software, including MS Office applications.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Basic understanding of production planning, inventory management, and production control concepts.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive mindset.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Additional Requirements

• Company sponsored continuing education may be required.
• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Requirements

Office & Administration, Production Control