Production Planner

American Axle & Manufacturing; Paine (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation, a premier driveline and metal forming supplier, seeks a Production Planner at its Kersey facility to optimize production schedules and material flow to meet customer demand efficiently.

Responsibilities include developing schedules, monitoring progress, coordinating with sales, engineering and procurement, managing inventories, and using ERP/MRP systems to generate orders and track movements. Bachelor's degree required; 3+ years' experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of production planning or scheduling experience in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems.
• Excel proficiency for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules for various product lines, considering capacity, material availability, and customer delivery requirements.
• Monitor production progress against plans, identifying deviations or bottlenecks to ensure on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and procurement to align production plans with demand forecasts and new product introductions.
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to minimize excess and avoid stockouts.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to generate production orders, track material movements, and update production statuses.

Skills

MRP/ERP systems

Excel

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Operations/Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Posting TitleProduction PlannerJob Description SummaryJob Description:Job SummaryThe Production Planner at Dauch (formerly GKN) in Kersey is responsible for optimizing production schedules and material flow to meet customer demand and production targets efficiently. This role ensures the timely and cost-effective execution of manufacturing plans.Job ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain production schedules for various product lines, considering capacity, material availability, and customer delivery requirements.Monitor production progress against plans, identifying and resolving any deviations or bottlenecks to ensure on-time delivery.Collaborate with sales, engineering, and procurement departments to align production plans with demand forecasts, new product introductions, and material supply.Manage inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to minimize excess and avoid stockouts.Utilize ERP/MRP systems to generate production orders, track material movements, and update production statuses.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to planning processes, lead time reduction, and inventory optimization.Prepare and analyze production reports, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.Communicate production schedules and potential issues clearly and proactively to relevant stakeholders.Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.Job QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred3+ years of experience in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is a plus.Required Skills and EducationAbout Dauch:Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.