Production Planner

ZipRecruiter; Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Production Planner located in Winsted, CT. In this full-time role, you will be tasked with managing inventories, scheduling production orders, and ensuring quality compliance. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, have considerable experience in a manufacturing setting, and possess strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in production planning and inventory management.
• Strong Excel proficiency required.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control plant inventories to meet business plan financial objectives.
• Collaborate with production team to ensure machine utilization.
• Monitor plant capacity and prepare shop load and OTD analysis reports.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, or Supply Chain Management

APICS CPIM, CSCM, or CPM certification

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Production Planner
Location: Winsted, CT
Salary: $70,000-$77,000 some flexibility.
Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Duration: Full-Time, Direct HirePosition Summary and Special Duties:
As a Production Planner, your day-to-day duties will consist of, but may not be limited to:

• Manage and control plant inventories to meet business plan financial objectives.
• Schedule and maintain all OEM and interplant shop orders to meet required start and completion dates.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure proper machine utilization and maximize output.
• Monitor ball lot progress throughout the manufacturing cycle; interact directly with shop floor employees.
• Maintain on-time-delivery (OTD) objectives and implement controls and procedures to meet goals.
• Assign and control materials for quoting and order start-up, ensuring specification releases for steel and ceramic components.
• Review and respond to RFQs, providing accurate lead times.
• Provide timely order status responses to Sales and Customer Service.
• Maintain strategic inventories to support customer service and business plan needs.
• Launch split sheet information and forecast orders to balance shop load.
• Create and maintain manufacturing routers and product flow documentation.
• Monitor plant capacity and prepare shop load and OTD analysis reports.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts for special products and new programs.
• Participate in daily Discrepancy Report (DR) meetings and resolve issues.
• Ensure ISO/AS compliance in contract review and customer-supplied products.
• Support internal and external audits, including supplier, customer, and accreditation audits.
• Back-up XA system entry for suffix changes and inventory adjustments.
• Communicate late orders to Sales/Customer Service to manage customer expectations.
• Advise Purchasing on steel and ceramic ball ordering to meet production schedules.

Job Specifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, or Supply Chain Management .
• APICS CPIM, CSCM, or CPM certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in production planning, scheduling, and inventory management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Excel proficiency required.
• MRP/ERP system experience strongly .

• Additional Skills:

• Safe work practices and attention to workplace cleanliness (5S adherence).
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• High degree of organization and confidentiality.
• Positive and continuous improvement mindset aligned with company quality goals and values.

Company Overview:
Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group was created with a focus on matching high-quality candidates with top clients while fostering an environment where success is shared by all. In 2023, the company was acquired by HW Staffing Solutions, expanding its service offerings to include technology and professional services.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!
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