Production Planner

Waupaca Foundry; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid vacations/holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Waupaca Foundry in Wisconsin is seeking a skilled individual to plan and prepare production schedules for manufacturing processes. The role includes analyzing specifications, collaborating with supervisors, and managing workflows to meet production deadlines.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has experience with SAP, strong communication skills, and a dependable work ethic. Comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 1-2 years of related experience or training.
• Ability to set expectations and follow up.
• Dependable and responsible.

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares production schedules.
• Analyzes production specifications and capacity.
• Confers with supervisors on project status.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules.

Skills

Solid work history

Working knowledge of SAP

Good oral communications

Understanding and following instructions

Problem solving

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

Bachelor's degree (B. A.)

Job description

Role

Plans and prepares production schedules for manufacture of industrial or commercial products.

Responsibilities

• Draws up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
• Analyzes production specifications and plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements.
• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.
• Plans sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers.
• Confers with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Communicates effectively with customers and suppliers concerning product and component status.
• Prepares timely production reports, lists of required materials, tools, and equipment.
• Prepares purchase requisitions to obtain materials, tools, and equipment.

Education/Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

• Solid work history.
• Working knowledge of SAP.
• Good oral communications.
• Understanding and following instructions.
• Able to set expectations with follow-up to see that they are being met.
• Problem solving.
• Dependable and responsible.
• Positive work attitude.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule.
• Ability to work without supervision.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Employer funded retirement plan
• Paid vacations/holidays
• Wellness program
• Fitness membership
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.