Planning Supervisor

Industrial Electric Manufacturing (IEM); United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Electric Manufacturing (IEM) in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Planning Supervisor to lead the planning team, coordinate production schedules, and drive on-time delivery while optimizing manufacturing efficiency. This role supervises Production Planners, Schedulers, and Production Control personnel, ensuring accurate planning and clear communication across shifts.

100% in-office presence is required at our Jacksonville facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 5+ years in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations.
• 2-4 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily activities of the Planning team (Planning, Scheduling, Production Control).
• Coordinates with Production leadership to develop and execute production schedules for on-time delivery.
• Monitors schedules and resolves conflicts to optimize lead times and efficiency.
• Maintains accurate planning data within ERP/MRP and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
• Tracks KPIs and communicates status to management.
• Trains and develops team members and promotes Lean processes.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Production planning

Scheduling

Lean manufacturing

ERP/MRP experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering / Industrial Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Supply Chain / Operations Management / Business Administration or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

S&OP exposure

Job description

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets.

IEM is currently seeking aPlanning Supervisor for our Jacksonville, FL locations and will report into thePlanningManager.This position is primarily responsible for supervising the daily activities of the planning team and coordinating production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements while maximizing manufacturing efficiency. The Planning Supervisor provides hands‑on leadership to Production Planners, Schedulers, and Production Control personnel, ensuringaccurateplanning, effective communication, andtimelyexecution of production schedules.

Please note:This position requires 100% in-office presence in our Jacksonville, FL offices and does not offer remote work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises the daily activities of the Production Planning, Scheduling, and Production Control team
• Coordinates with Production leadership to develop and execute production schedules that support on-time customer delivery.
• Monitors production schedules and works with manufacturing supervisors to resolve scheduling conflicts and production constraints.
• Ensures accurate job sequencing to optimize efficiency and minimize lead times.
• Tracks schedule adherence and recommends schedule adjustments based on shop floor conditions.
• Escalates work order delays, material shortages, and capacity concerns to management while coordinating timely resolutions.
• Maintains accurate production schedules and planning data within the ERP/MRP system.
• Assists in estimating manufacturing times for assemblies and supports continuous improvement efforts to improve production flow and reduce cycle times.
• Tracks and reports production planning Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to management.
• Promotes standardized planning processes and supports Lean Manufacturing initiatives within the department.
• Trains, coaches, and develops planning team members while fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business Administration, ora relatedfield preferred.Equivalentcombination of education and relevant experience, includingdemonstratedleadership, will be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• 2-4 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably with multiple product lines or high-mix/low-volume production.
• Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, Sales, and Customer Service.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems; exposure to S&OP processes or planning systems is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and the ability to develop into higher levels of leadership within the organization.

Compensation actually offered for this role will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

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