Production Planner

ORBIS Corporation in; Urbana (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Production Planner to manage scheduling and inventory for operations. The ideal candidate will possess relevant experience and an educational background in supply chain or related fields. With responsibilities including production scheduling and collaboration with the sales team, this role is crucial for maintaining service expectations and inventory targets.

Qualifications

• Required: 2-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in a plastics or fabrication environment is desired.

Responsibilities

• Review demand and create production schedules.
• Communicate with sales and customer support regarding orders.
• Monitor inventory levels to meet monthly targets.

Skills

Production Scheduling

Inventory Management

Communication

MRP/ERP System Experience

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Production Planner (Manufacturing)

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Review demand and create production schedules of primary and secondary operations to meet service expectations using expertise related to facility and knowledge of customers.
2. Communicate with sales and customer support regarding orders and lead times.
3. Maintain all master planning data.
4. Monitor inventory levels and focus on meeting monthly inventory targets.
5. Other duties as assigned.

Performance Measures and Outcomes
1. OT Shipments
2. Average Lead Time
3. Sales Order Dating
4. Schedule Attainment

Education/Certification
Level Required:
Associate's degree

Level Desired:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience to be considered in lieu of education

Work Experience
Required:
• 2-5 years of relevant work experience
• MRP/ERP system experience

Desired:
• 2-5 years of experience in a plastics or fabrication environment

Travel Requirements
• 5% - 10% travel

Work Schedule:
•Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

•Evenings/Weekend on call may be required occasionally to support 24/7 plant operations