Production Planner

Prysmian; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian is seeking a Production Planner/Scheduler to develop balanced production schedules and optimize inventory in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work with operations, supply chain and cross-functional teams to improve on-time delivery and forecast accuracy.

Responsibilities include master scheduling, procurement coordination, Lean implementations (kanban, JIT, Kaizen) and data-system support for budgeting and planning. 5+ years’ related experience required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Manufacturing, Purchasing and/or Planning
• Supervisory or managerial experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, etc.) required
• Familiarity with enterprise systems and databases, SAP preferred

Responsibilities

• Support Supply Chain manager in all master scheduling, forecasting and procurement functions.
• Perform daily planning, scheduling and purchasing across multiple value streams to optimize output and reduce changeovers and waste.
• Coordinate manufacturing activities to develop a balanced schedule using lean tools like kanban, heijunka and kaizen.
• Develop and implement lean strategies to improve operation, quality, cost and inventory control (pull systems, JIT, cellularization, setup reductions).
• Participate, coach and lead continuous improvement efforts.
• Coordinate maintenance of manufacturing data systems for budgeting, capacity and planning processes.
• Forecast, plan, measure and control inventory mix/level requirements across all production stages.
• Prepare performance reports on KPIs such as schedule accuracy, material turns, and working capital.

Skills

Manufacturing planning

Purchasing

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Business

Tools

SAP

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

Summary:

The Production Planner/Scheduler plays a key part in developing balanced production schedules, optimizing inventory, and implementing lean strategies such as Kaizen, kanban, JIT, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with operations, supply chain, and cross‑functional teams, the role helps ensure on‑time delivery, improved cycle times, accurate forecasting, and strong material management. It also involves maintaining capacity and performance reports, supporting data systems, and contributing to ongoing operational excellence within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Team Overview and Job Responsibilities:

• Support Supply Chain manager in all master scheduling, forecasting and procurement functions.
• Perform daily planning, scheduling, and purchasing across multiple value streams to optimize output with reduced changeovers and waste.
• Coordinate manufacturing activities to develop a balanced schedule, fully utilizing essential lean tools, such as kanban, heijunka and kaizen.
• Develop and implement lean strategies to improve operation, quality, cost, and inventory control, using tools such as pull systems, JIT, cellularization, set‑up reductions.
• Participate, coach, and lead continuous improvement efforts
• Supportmaterial procurement and working capital goals using lean tools
• Coordinate the maintenance of manufacturing data systems to provide information for budgeting, capacity, and planning processes
• Forecast, plan, measure and control inventory mix/level requirements, subcomponents, and products in all stages of production
• Develop and maintain capacity reports/schedules for the assigned departments and cells that include all resource considerations
• Prepare performance reports on key performance indicators such as schedule accuracy, material turns, working capital and on time delivery
• Perform other tasks as needed in support of achieving the highest level of customer satisfaction at an optimum cost
• Monthly physical inventory count/reconciliation last business day of the month

Who are we looking for?

REQUIREMENTS:

• Self-driven individual looking for opportunities for advancement
• Results-driven to deliver consistent improvement in cycle times, on time delivery and inventory turns
• Ability to plan, organize and pull together information from various sources developing a full picture to scope actions
• Solid logic/reasoning skills which can influence and persuade different functional groups within the organization
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (grammar, spelling, typing, listening)

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years in Manufacturing, Purchasing and/or Planning required
• Supervisory or managerial experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in Supply Chain Management or Business
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, etc.) is required
• Familiarity with enterprise systems and databases, SAP preferred

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Works out of a normal office/manufacturing environment with standard office equipment available
• Will be required to sit, bend, kneel, squat, use keyboard, read, write, and speak fluently
• Employee will regularly be required to lift and carry objects of 10-25 pounds as needed
• Employee will occasionally be required to lift and carry objects of 25-30 pounds as needed
• Employee will be required to work productively and cooperatively in a high-volume, fast paced, highly pressured environment and be able to respond efficiently and courteously to unanticipated problems and crisis
• This role is not typically exposed to adverse environmental conditions, except excessive eye strain and possible lifting injuries
• When travel is necessary, will be exposed to typical travel environment and surroundings