Production Planner

IMI; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401K with matching

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

Stock Purchase Plan

Telemedicine

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

IMI plc in California seeks a Production Planner to plan, analyze, and execute production schedules for the manufacture of industrial products, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal material flow.

The role requires 2–4 years in production control, knowledge of MRP/ERP, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. APICS certification is a plus; a bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of production control and/or master scheduling experience.
• Solid knowledge of MRP/ERP principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• APICS certification is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret production requirements and create/manage the production plan to maximize on-time completion.
• Analyze current production plans and future scheduling to support machine schedules and OEM parts orders.
• Advise management of problems affecting schedule commitments and assist with corrective actions.
• Review ERP (MRP/PRP) generated order actions and exception messages.
• Emphasize process improvements to enhance material flow, throughput and on-time delivery.
• Reschedule production orders to maintain shop floor sequencing and workload balance.
• Re-route future operations or releases as needed for efficiency.
• Report status of orders at meetings to identify problems and set priorities.
• Release work orders and update WIP for engineer order changes; resolve shortages or conflicts.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

MRP/ERP knowledge

Microsoft Office

APICS certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

IMI plc We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

Role Overview

Plans, analyzes, and executes production schedules for manufacture of industrial or commercial products by performing, but not limited to, the duties outlined below.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret production requirements/information, create and manage the execution of the production plan to maximize on-time completion of scheduled requirements.
• Responsible to the production control supervisor for analyzing current production plans and future scheduling of manufacturing operations to best support machine schedules and OEM parts orders.
• Advise project management of problems that may interfere with schedule commitments and assist in devising corrective actions.
• Accountable for reviewing and responding to ERP (MRP/PRP) generated order action and exception messages.
• Continual emphasis is placed on process improvements to enhance material flow, throughput, and on time delivery performance.
• Reschedule production orders where necessary to maintain shop floor sequencing and priority based on available workload and the master production schedule. Maintain adequate workload to responsible workstations.
• May require re‑routing future operations and/or recommending the release of future requirements.
• Accurately report the status of subject orders at all meetings pertaining to production control to help identify problems, give projected completion dates, and establish shop priorities.
• Responsible for releasing work orders. Update jobs in WIP that have engineer order changes. Identify and resolve material shortages or schedule conflicts.
• Any other duties as assigned by manager.

Critical Competencies For Success

• 2-4 years of production control and/or master scheduling experience.
• A thorough knowledge of MRP/ERP principles.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• APICS certification a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree is a plus, but not required.

Pay range: Minimum $71,000 - $87,000.

Bonus eligibility: This position is also eligible for a variable incentive pay component, separate from base salary.

Benefits

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share.
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching.
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent).
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent).
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups.
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays.
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program).
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family.
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform.
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee.
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab.
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price – no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%.

Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date.

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific work conditions and physical requirements of this role.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.