Production Planner Associate

Hydrafacial LLC; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSAs

HSAs

accident insurance

pet insurance

company-paid life and AD&D insurance

company-paid long-term and short-term

disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

paid time off (PTO)

paid holidays

Job summary

Hydrafacial LLC is seeking a Production Planning Associate in California to track inventory flow, coordinate with demand planning, and manage the Pick, Pack, and Ship process. You will liaison between planning, ERP, and production on a fast-paced manufacturing floor to ensure timely wave releases and accurate documentation.

The role requires 2+ years in planning or warehousing, MS Office proficiency, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years of related experience in production planning, warehouse operations, or supply chain coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to extract data from a warehouse management system and perform basic data analysis.
• Strong working knowledge of WMS wave planning software to evaluate issues and maximize operational efficiency.
• Ability to multi-task effectively and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to ask questions and escalation to supervisor or manager as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Track raw material and inventory flow to supply production lines, ensuring proper line clearance execution in coordination with the production team.
• Partner with Demand Planning to understand demand requirements and work order timing, translating inputs into actionable floor-level coordination.
• Coordinate with Customer Service on orders released from the ERP system to the warehouse for unplanned work order needs.
• Allocate orders, release work to the production floor, balance workflow, and ensure individual waves are correctly prioritized and managed.
• Ensure proper documentation and notes are added to all work orders in the system.
• Coordinate with Material Handlers on movement of goods from overstock to the pick area.
• Research and resolve held short and held orders to full resolution.
• Investigate and solve workflow issues using knowledge of end-to-end process operations; elevate to supervisor or manager as appropriate.
• Monitor released wave progress through the Pick, Pack, and Ship process and communicate delays to the appropriate functional supervisor.
• Compile data from ERP and WMS systems and generate reports to support KPI monitoring; present daily updates to the production supervisor and manager.
• Run daily order release reports and ensure proper processing to close and deliver all orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Data analysis

English communication

Multi-tasking

Supply chain coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

WMS wave planning software

ERP systems

NetSuite ERP

Job description

About Us

Hydrafacial is a global category-creating company focused on bringing innovative products to market and delivering beauty health experiences by reinventing our consumer’s relationship with their skin, their bodies and their self-confidence. Every person here is a key player in our success. We are firm believers in making the little things count each day so the big things will follow. If this sounds like you, come check us out! This is the perfect opportunity to work with some of the best leaders in the industry while you gain the global and strategic experience to add to your professional toolbox.

Job Description

Why This Role Matters

The Production Planning Associate tracks inventory flow, keeps work orders on track, and ensures the Pick, Pack, and Ship process stays on schedule. Acting as the daily link between demand planning, the ERP system, and the production floor, this role keeps the entire operation moving with the precision and urgency it demands. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, system-savvy professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is committed to ensuring every wave is properly managed, and every work order resolved on time.

What You’ll Do

• Track raw material and inventory flow to supply production lines, ensuring proper line clearance execution in coordination with the production team.
• Partner with Demand Planning to understand demand requirements and work order timing, translating inputs into actionable floor-level coordination.
• Coordinate with Customer Service on orders released from the ERP system to the warehouse for unplanned work order needs.
• Allocate orders, release work to the production floor, balance workflow, and ensure individual waves are correctly prioritized and managed.
• Ensure proper documentation and notes are added to all work orders in the system.
• Coordinate with Material Handlers on movement of goods from overstock to the pick area.
• Research and resolve held short and held orders to full resolution.
• Investigate and solve workflow issues using knowledge of end-to-end process operations; elevate to supervisor or manager as appropriate.
• Monitor released wave progress through the Pick, Pack, and Ship process and communicate delays to the appropriate functional supervisor.
• Compile data from ERP and WMS systems and generate reports to support KPI monitoring; present daily updates to the production supervisor and manager.
• Run daily order release reports and ensure proper processing to close and deliver all orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of related experience in production planning, warehouse operations, or supply chain coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to extract data from a warehouse management system and perform basic data analysis.
• Strong working knowledge of WMS wave planning software to evaluate issues and maximize operational efficiency.
• Ability to multi-task effectively and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to ask questions and escalation to supervisor or manager as appropriate.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Medical device industry experience.
• NetSuite ERP experience.
• Background in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environments.
• Experience presenting production performance data to supervisors and managers.

Physical Requirements Of The Job

• On-site production and warehouse environment role.
• Requires standing, walking, and moving throughout the production floor and warehouse areas during the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 30 lbs as needed.
• Regular use of computer terminals and WMS/ERP systems throughout the shift.
• Exposure to production floor conditions including noise, machinery, and moving equipment.

What else can you expect with Hydrafacial?

Base Pay: $63,000- 73,000 a year + bonus

PERKS!

• Medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• FSAs
• HSAs
• accident insurance
• pet insurance
• company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• company-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• paid time off (PTO)
• paid holidays

• Other rewards may include annual bonuses, long-term incentives based on level, paid time off, and region-specific benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hydrafacial is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by color, federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to working with and providing accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.

Final Note

Hydrafacial is a global category-creating company focused on bringing innovative products to market and delivering beauty health experiences by reinventing our consumer’s relationship with their skin, their bodies and their self-confidence. Every person here is a key player in our success. We are firm believers in making the little things count each day so the big things will follow. If this sounds like you, come check us out! This is the perfect opportunity to work with some of the best leaders in the industry while you gain the global and strategic experience to add to your professional toolbox.