Production Planner

Jobot; Vernon (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Production Planner to oversee daily and weekly production schedules, align materials and capacity, and coordinate with Operations, Purchasing, and Quality to meet customer demand.

This role requires 3+ years in production planning, experience with ERP/MRP and Excel, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a hybrid schedule, competitive pay in California, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of production planning experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience in food/beverage or protein processing preferred.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel.
• Knowledge of scheduling, capacity planning, inventory management, and material planning.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage daily and weekly production schedules based on customer demand, inventory, and manufacturing capacity.
• Release and monitor production work orders; adjust schedules for changes in demand, materials, staffing or equipment.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure raw materials and packaging are available.
• Balance production priorities to meet delivery goals while optimizing equipment utilization and minimizing downtime.
• Monitor inventory levels and planning data to prevent shortages or excess.
• Communicate schedule updates across cross-functional teams.
• Analyze production performance and suggest process improvements.
• Maintain planning data in the ERP/MRP system.
• Support inventory accuracy initiatives and cycle counts.
• Ensure production plans comply with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Production planning

ERP/MRP knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary: $85,000 - $105,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are seeking a Production Planner to oversee production scheduling and coordinate manufacturing activities to meet customer demand while maximizing efficiency. This role partners closely with Operations, Purchasing, Warehouse, Quality, and Customer Service to ensure materials, labor, and production capacity are aligned for on-time order fulfillment.

Why join us?

• Strong compensation commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, & vision insurance options
• 401(k) + company match
• Generous PTO
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Hybrid work schedule
• And more

Job Details

• Create and manage daily and weekly production schedules based on customer demand, inventory, and manufacturing capacity.
• Release and monitor production work orders while adjusting schedules to accommodate changes in demand, material availability, staffing, or equipment constraints.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure raw materials and packaging are available to support production.
• Balance production priorities to achieve delivery goals while optimizing equipment utilization and minimizing downtime.
• Monitor inventory levels and planning data to maintain accuracy and prevent shortages or excess inventory.
• Communicate schedule updates and production priorities across cross-functional teams.
• Analyze production performance and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and throughput.
• Maintain accurate planning information within the ERP/MRP system.
• Support inventory accuracy initiatives, cycle counts, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure production plans comply with applicable food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in production planning, manufacturing planning, scheduling, or a related supply chain function.
• Experience in food, beverage, protein processing, or another high-volume manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, capacity planning, inventory management, and material planning.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field is a plus.

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