Production Planner

Gwynedd Manufacturing; North Wales (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in defense contracting is seeking a Production Planner to enhance operational efficiency. This role is crucial for analyzing data from ERP systems to optimize manufacturing schedules and ensure timely delivery of products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing planning, excellent data analysis skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and process improvement, where your contributions will directly impact the production of quality products for government agencies. This is an exciting opportunity to grow in a fast-paced environment with a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Meals

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing planning experience in an MRP-supported environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data from ERP to plan and schedule manufacturing activities.
• Create and maintain production schedules for multiple departments.

Skills

Manufacturing Planning

Data Analysis

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Some College Coursework

CPIM Certification

Tools

Epicor

Job description

Gwynedd Manufacturing - Production Planner

Gwynedd Manufacturing, a growing defense contractor located in North Wales, PA, is a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility dedicated to producing quality products for the U.S. Department of Defense and various U.S. Federal Law Enforcement Agencies. We are committed to innovation, technology development, and process improvement.

Position Overview:

The Production Planner plays a vital role in our organization. This individual uses data analysis from our ERP system to plan and schedule manufacturing activities across our shop floor, ensuring efficient operations and timely delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Extract and analyze data from ERP and other systems to determine current and forecasted needs, review historical data, and establish production standards for work center scheduling.
• Create, update, and maintain production schedules for multiple departments.
• Develop jobs and set priorities based on current and projected company needs.
• Analyze inventory levels throughout manufacturing to identify priority needs and job sizes.
• Communicate scheduling conflicts and updates to management during the production process.
• Coordinate with Production Control Coordinators and Material Handlers to align on production priorities.
• Utilize Epicor to track job statuses and communicate discrepancies to the production team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of manufacturing planning experience in an MRP-supported environment.
• Some college coursework; CPIM or relevant certification preferred. Experience in logistics, inventory control, or purchasing is advantageous.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or in a team in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Quick learner of new computer software.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Gwynedd Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Additional Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Group Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company match (after 90 days)
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Complimentary daily breakfast and lunch