Production Planner

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company; Minnesota; On-site; USD 38,641 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is seeking a Production Planner to join the Circular Products team in Winsted, MN. The role involves planning and scheduling activities to support production and meet customer needs. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree or 3 years of manufacturing experience.

The position offers a salary range of $28.05 to $33.00 hourly with a focus on building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Preferred candidates will have prior planning experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Communicates daily customer schedule priorities to departments.
• Tracks and analyzes productivity reporting.
• Responsible for issuing material within the ERP system.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of manufacturing paperwork

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 3 years’ experience in manufacturing

Tools

ERP system

MRP

Job description

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Production Planner

Full Time Office/Clerical Winsted - R&C Building, Winsted, MN, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 3164

Salary Range: $28.05 To $33.00 Hourly

NOW HIRING: We are looking for a Production Planner to join our Circular Products (CP) Winsted team. The Production Planner is responsible for performing a variety of planning and scheduling activities to support production and meet customer needs.

This role is onsite in Winsted, MN.

Job Title: Production Planner

Location: Onsite in Winsted, MN

Salary Range: $28.08-$33.00 per hour (non-exempt)

(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)

Shift Schedule: 1st shift Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm

Shift Differential: 1st shift - N/A

As a Production Planner you will:

• Communicates daily and weekly customer schedule priorities to appropriate departments
• Participates in continuous improvement activities
• Supports daily equipment and process schedules for assigned departments
• Tracks and analyzes department wanding hours for productivity reporting
• Prepares and communicates labor and productivity reports
• Responsible for issuing material within ERP system
• Ensures material availability within ERP system is accurate
• Understands material demand and supply and signals procurement regarding needs and shortages
• Escalates issues appropriately
• Assist and support the Planning team as needed

Role qualifications as a Production Planner:

• Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree or 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferred candidates will have Prior planning experience in a manufacturing setting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with MRP/ERP
• Strong organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of production processes and best practices
• Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork including blueprints
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively; capable of listening intently
• Ability to work with others as part of a high-performance team
• Adapt to changing work priorities

Work Environment (Office Roles)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit/stand; talk or hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk short distances. On occasion, the employee may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. While on the production floor, all employees are required to wear company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE).

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
• Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
• Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
• 401(k) with 4% Match – Immediate vesting
• Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
  • Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS) Incentive plans
  • This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
  • If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee

Work-Life Balance

• Accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
• Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses

Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.