Production Planner

ZipRecruiter; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Production Planner to join their dynamic team in North Charleston. This role involves creating and updating the Master Production Schedule, collaborating with various departments, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment. If you are passionate about optimizing production processes and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Production Planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with SAP Manufacturing Software is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and continuously update the Master Production Schedule.
• Analyze inventory levels and adjust schedules accordingly.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and manufacturing engineering.

Skills

Production Planning

SAP Manufacturing Software

Demand Planning

Inventory Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Related Field

Tools

SAP

Smartsheet

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Production Planner
1st Shift. North Charleston
$28-$35 an hour + overtime + benefits
Direct Hire

Abacus Solutions Group - Hiring Event -- WEDNESDAY 4/9/25 10AM until 4PM

Hiring for Manufacturing Associates, Material Handlers, Assemblers, Welders.
1st and 2nd Shifts Available. Bring Resume for on-the-spot interviews and onboarding.

Location: Courtyard by Marriott North Charleston, 7465 Northside Drive, North Charleston, SC 29420

This role involves collaboration with various departments to improve scheduling processes and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards. Strong experience with SAP Manufacturing Software is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and continuously update the Master Production Schedule.
• Perform demand and S&OP planning between sales and operations.
• Create Production, Transfer, and Internal Purchase Orders.
• Conduct Raw Material Checks and provide feedback for optimal routing of product categories.
• Prepare the Master Production Schedule for individual projects.
• Initiate and update production schedules to meet changing demand and inventory requirements.
• Analyze inventory levels and adjust schedules accordingly.
• Monitor production capacity constraints and alert necessary team members to issues.
• Coordinate customer ship dates with Project Managers and Management.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and manufacturing engineering to improve scheduling processes.
• Participate in weekly production and scheduling meetings.
• Prepare and print accurate job packets for the production team as backup documentation.
• Create material master data, BOMs, and Routings in SAP.
• Assist in the release of production orders in SAP.
• Execute accurate SAP transactions and perform scheduled audits.
• Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with safety, operational, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in Production Planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with SAP and Smartsheet.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.