Production Planner (2nd Shift)

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc.; Berea (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Tuition reimbursement

Full benefits package

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. in Berea, KY is seeking a Production Planner (2nd Shift) to help maintain material flow and production schedules across SAP, AS400, and NOMS systems.

You will coordinate daily forklift builds, monitor part shortages, and collaborate with planners, buyers, and suppliers to meet production goals. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and 1 year of manufacturing experience (3–5 years in lieu of degree).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of manufacturing experience; 3–5 years of manufacturing experience in lieu of degree accepted.
• Experience with SAP, AS400, and NOMS systems to manage production and reporting.
• Understanding of planning, scheduling, engineering, and purchasing functions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily forklift builds in SAP/SRM, ensuring timely production and delivery.
• Monitor part shortages and inventory accuracy; resolve discrepancies and track known reject issues.
• Collaborate with planners, buyers, and supply chain partners to maintain material flow.
• Communicate re-promise dates and manage ECN updates.
• Ensure all required production documentation is accurate and available on the floor.

Skills

DFT

Planning

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

AS400

SAP

NOMS

Oracle

JD Edwards

Job description

Job Title Production Planner (2nd Shift) Job Category Manufacturing

What starts with YOU, moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Production Planner (2nd Shift) based at our Berea, KY manufacturing plant.

What you will do:

• Coordinate daily forklift builds in SAP/SRM, ensuring timely production and delivery.
• Manage and distribute key production reports (NRK, POS, weld schedules, special paint cards) to assembly, fabrication, and stores.
• Monitor part shortages and inventory accuracy; resolve discrepancies and track known reject issues.
• Support service order coordination and Kanban order entry in AS400.
• Collaborate with planners, buyers, and supply chain partners to maintain material flow and address backlogs.
• Communicate truck re-promise dates and manage Engineering Change Notice (ECN) updates.
• Ensure all required production documentation is accurate and available on the floor.

Who you are:

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Clear and confident communicator across teams and departments.
• Adaptable and quick to respond to shifting priorities.
• Team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.

What you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of manufacturing experience 3-5 years of manufacturing experience in lieu of degree

Skills, Experience & Abilities

• Working knowledge of DFT (Demand Flow Technology).
• Familiarity with assembly and fabrication operations.
• Proficient in AS400, SAP, and NOMS systems.
• Understanding of functions such as planning, scheduling, engineering, and purchasing.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

Who we are: Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years.

What we offer:

• Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development.
• A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

Job Type Permanent

Time Type Full time

Work Hours 40

Travel Required None

Primary Location HY US Berea, KY

Address 2200 Menelaus Pike Zip Code 40403

Field-Based

No Relocation Assistance Available

No We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., is a global leader dedicated to advancing the materials handling industry. We design, engineer, manufacture, sell and service a comprehensive line of lift trucks, attachments and power and technology solutions, marketed primarily under the Hyster® and Yale® brand names. As one of the largest lift truck manufacturers, Hyster-Yale is not only committed to transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home, but also delivering optimal solutions that meet our customers’ needs while ensuring outstanding customer care. Our achievements are driven by our people, our strong culture and commitment to our values, which are founded on a philosophy of integrity, respect and excellence. At Hyster-Yale, you can feel the loyalty from the inside out.