Production Logistics Planner: Schedule & Inventory Mastery

Talentify; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Logistics Planning Analyst I based in Pontiac, IL. The role focuses on coordinating production and shipping schedules, reviewing materials and workflow, and generating reports on inventory, costs, and performance.

The position emphasizes data analysis, schedule optimization, and cross-team coordination within a structured office environment. A strong attention to detail and familiarity with MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze manufacturing, labor, and material costs.
• Skilled in accurately documenting and maintaining customer and client information.
• Basic coaching and mentoring abilities, including providing guidance and constructive feedback.
• Understanding of regulations related to production and shipping operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Review documents and monitor work processes for accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze production schedules, staffing plans, and material needs to determine priorities.
• Track production data including output, material usage, and quality metrics.
• Coordinate inventory and supplies to meet production objectives.
• Adjust schedules in response to design changes, labor or material constraints.
• Distribute schedules and work orders to departments for timely execution.

Skills

Communication

Cost analysis

Documentation

Coaching

Regulatory awareness

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Logistics Planning Analyst I based in Pontiac, IL. The role focuses on coordinating production and shipping schedules, reviewing materials and workflow, and generating reports on inventory, costs, and performance.

The position emphasizes data analysis, schedule optimization, and cross-team coordination within a structured office environment. A strong attention to detail and familiarity with MS Office are essential.