Production Planner and Scheduler

MW Components; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Production Planner to manage production schedules. Responsibilities include planning workflows, coordinating with departments, and verifying materials. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and five years of experience in manufacturing or supply chain. Strong organizational skills and MRP knowledge are essential. Benefits include medical, dental, PTO, and a 401K plan.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

PTO

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Days

401K / 401K Company Match

Life Insurance

Paid Jury Duty

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares production schedules for manufacturing.
• Creates and distributes work orders to production employees.
• Reviews applied labor and material for accuracy.
• Coordinates with Customer Service to establish shipping dates.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret part specifications or blueprints

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Organization skills

Good verbal and communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel for reporting

Working knowledge of MRP systems

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Five (5) years in manufacturing or supply chain role

Job description

Overview

The production planner creates and manages production schedules to ensure materials, equipment, and labor are available to meet demand and customer needs. The production planner will coordinate with different departments to ensure timely production.

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares production schedules for manufacturing.
• Creates and distributes work orders to production employees.
• Reviews applied labor and material for accuracy. Updates Eng Master based on actuals.
• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.
• Coordinates with Customer Service to establish shipping dates for customer orders.
• Works with department leads and plant manager to manage day to day production needs.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules and alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Forecasts monthly production output and job completion.
• Verifies job status cards to ensure they are entered correctly.
• Verifies received materials and prints work orders, including day-before work orders.
• Issues and de-issues material.
• Checks MRP to schedule parts with demand.
• Reviews backlog for weekly planning meetings.
• Checks emails daily.
• Manages shop supplies and submits reorders to purchasing.
• Ensures everyone on the floor has work for the day.
• Works with purchasing agent on materials needs.
• Reviews inventory adjustments before submitting.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret part specifications or blueprints.
• Detail-oriented
• Multitasking
• Organization skills
• Good verbal and communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel for reporting
• Working knowledge of MRP systems, Visual is a plus

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• Five (5) years in manufacturing or supply chain role

Physical Requirements

• May lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Benefits Starting On Day One

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• 401K / 401K Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Jury Duty
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program based on job.
• Employee Assistance Program

Salary Range

• $27.00 - $33.00/Hour based on experience

EEOC Statement

MW Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Visit us at mwcomponents.com for more information about MW Components, Inc. and our affiliate companies.