Planning Specialist

Stellar Industries, Inc.; Iowa; Presencial; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Stellar Industries, Inc. in Iowa seeks aProduction Control professional to support production planning, inventory control, and timely delivery of products. You will collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and logistics to ensure material availability and schedule adherence.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and proficient in MS Office, with strong communication and analytical skills to drive efficiency and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Formación

• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

Responsabilidades

• 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 to ensure material availability.
• Collaborate to resolve production issues such as shortages or equipment problems.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform periodic audits.

Conocimientos

Production planning

Inventory management

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Time management

Educación

High school diploma

Herramientas

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

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.

Posted on: November 15, 2026

Category

Office & Administration

Production Control