Production Planner

E & M MANUFACTURING INC; Minnesota; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

E & M Manufacturing Inc is seeking a production planning and procurement-focused professional to oversee manufacturing processes and resource coordination in Minnesota. The role involves managing the production schedule, supplier engagement, and purchase order administration to ensure timely customer order fulfilment.

The ideal candidate will have a BA in Manufacturing or a related field, strong ERP and Office skills, and a proven ability to lead teams and drive cost-saving initiatives in a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven team leadership in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of GMP, quality standards, and ISO.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production schedule to fulfill customer orders on time.
• Manage production flow and adjust schedules for delays.
• Solicit material pricing and create/issue POs for projects and overhead.
• Input information and update records in JobBOSS.
• Coordinate shipping and delivery schedules with management and suppliers.
• Source and maintain vendor relationships, negotiate discounts and savings opportunities.
• Forecast project deliverables with timely information and tracking updates.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Production scheduling

Vendor relations

Education

BA in Manufacturing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Summary

This role is responsible for planning and coordination of the manufacturing processes and resources of AAEM as well as overseeing the acquisition of supplies, materials, and services to keep business operations running smoothly.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain the production schedule to ensure customer orders are fulfilled on time
• Manage the production flow and adjust schedules in case of delay
• Ensure that project/department milestones/goals are met
• Solicit material project pricing
• Create and issue purchase orders (POs) for projects and overhead
• Input information and update records in JobBOSS
• Confirm orders with suppliers and communicate delivery schedules with management
• Schedule and coordinate shipping and deliveries
• Source, vet, develop, and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring positive and productive partnerships
• Support cost-saving initiatives by negotiating discounts and identifying savings opportunities
• Support the operations team in forecasting project deliverables by providing timely information, purchase schedules, and tracking updates
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 3+ years proven team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Associated or B.A in Manufacturing or other, related technical field strongly preferred
• A strong understanding of Microsoft Office, ERP Systems
• Thorough understanding of good manufacturing processes, quality standards, and ISO
• Proven ability to achieve results, set expectations, and lead/coach others
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to think independently
• Ability to work in a fact paced, team focused environment.

AAEM offers a competitive salary and benefits package including Health, Dental, 401(k), PTO and more.