Production Planner

THE RIGHT STAFF; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

THE RIGHT STAFF is seeking a Production and Inventory Control Specialist for an onsite role in Minnetonka, MN. This contract-to-hire position focuses on coordinating production planning, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting purchasing activities to meet customer demand.

You will manage schedules, material availability, and supplier activity in a hands-on environment. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in manufacturing, experience with Sage X3 or StockIQ, and strong organizational and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in production scheduling, inventory control, and purchasing within a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience with Sage X3 or StockIQ preferred; experience with similar software required.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solving and cross-department collaboration capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability.
• Use schedules to confirm sales orders for customers and the Sales team.
• Issue, release, track, and close manufacturing work orders in Sage X3 with accurate BOMs and allocations.
• Monitor raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to maintain inventory levels for production flow.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits; investigate variances and take corrective actions.
• Execute purchasing activities including requisitions, purchase orders, supplier follow-up, price updates, and delivery tracking.
• Coordinate with Sales and vendors to expedite purchase orders as needed.
• Maintain item master data, lead times, and planning parameters; identify shortages and coordinate expediting.

Skills

Production scheduling

Inventory control

Purchasing

Sage X3

StockIQ

Vendor relationships

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Sage X3

StockIQ

Job description

Production and Inventory Control Specialist – Contract-Hire/Full-time – Onsite in Minnetonka, MNAre you experienced in production scheduling, inventory control, and purchasing within a manufacturing environment? Are you organized, analytical, and proactive, with the ability to coordinate materials, production schedules, and supplier activity to keep operations running smoothly?This opportunity is with a small, stable manufacturing company that values accuracy, reliability, teamwork, and strong communication. The Production and Inventory Control Specialist plays a critical role in coordinating production planning, maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting purchasing activities, and ensuring materials are available to meet customer and operational demand.This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, working across departments, managing priorities, and taking ownership of production and inventory activities from planning through completion.JOB DETAILS:Pay: $27.50/hourContract-to-Hire opportunitySchedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pmLocation: 100% onsite in Minnetonka, MNKEY RESPONSIBILITIESCreate, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability by reviewing inventory, ship dates, work orders, and sales reports.Use production schedules to confirm sales orders for customers and the Sales team.Issue, release, track, and close manufacturing work orders in Sage X3, ensuring accurate bills of material, allocations, and processing.Monitor raw materials, work?in?process, and finished goods inventory to maintain optimal inventory levels and support production flow.Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits, investigate variances, and implement corrective actions to maintain inventory accuracy.Execute purchasing activities, including requisitions, purchase orders, supplier follow-up, price updates, and delivery tracking within Sage X3 and StockIQ.Coordinate with Sales and vendors to expedite purchase orders as needed.Maintain accurate item master data, lead times, and planning parameters.Identify shortages, coordinate expediting efforts, and communicate priorities to minimize production disruptions.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:3+ years of experience in production scheduling, inventory control, and purchasing within a manufacturing environment requiredExperience in Sage X3 or StockIQ preferred; Experience in any similar software requiredStrong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.Proactive problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and address issues before they arise.Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and build strong vendor relationships.APPLY NOW!Please click Apply to submit your application. If needed, you may also send your resume to [e-mail] position will require a Background Check and Drug Test.We thank all interested candidates. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.THE RIGHT STAFF wants to help you succeed! Our team of seasoned professionals works to match you to the best job, best fit, and best location. Contract assignments to full-time permanent positions, we are here to assist you! Visit www.therightstaff.com to view all openings.THE RIGHT STAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.