Production Planner I: Optimize Schedules & Inventory

Aston Carter; Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Production Planner I to coordinate production schedules, monitor inventory levels, and ensure timely delivery to meet customer demand. This role collaborates with production, procurement, logistics, and quality teams to optimize capacity and materials, supporting efficient manufacturing operations.

The position emphasizes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in production planning and production scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of capacity planning, materials planning, and inventory management principles.
• Hands-on experience with ERP and MRP systems used for production planning and inventory control.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain coordination, including demand planning and logistics interfaces.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and schedule management.
• Ability to perform data analysis and KPI tracking to support forecasting, performance monitoring, and decision-making.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities, schedules, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to address production and scheduling issues promptly.
• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in schedules, inventory records, and master data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, resource availability, material availability, and production capacity.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods to prevent shortages or excess inventory, and coordinate with procurement to ensure timely replenishment and appropriate safety stock levels.
• Manage raw material ordering in designated business units as required to support uninterrupted production.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to coordinate daily production activities, resolve scheduling conflicts, and support on-time delivery of products.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, forecast demand, and optimize production plans, using insights to improve efficiency and support informed decision-making.
• Communicate production schedules, priorities, and updates clearly to all relevant stakeholders, keeping teams informed of changes and addressing issues as they arise.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in production planning processes and execution, and support implementation of best practices to streamline workflows and reduce costs.
• Work with operations and quality control teams to ensure production plans align with quality requirements and support the manufacture of products that meet established standards.
• Monitor items placed on hold and coordinate timely resolution to minimize impact on production schedules and customer deliveries.
• Perform basic master data maintenance in planning and ERP/MRP systems in line with team expectations and data integrity standards.
• Participate in minimal project assignments related to production planning, process improvement, or operational efficiency.
• Understand and track metrics and targets relevant to the assigned business unit, supporting KPI monitoring and performance reporting.
• Support general operations coordination and supply chain activities as needed to maintain smooth end-to-end production flow.
• Carry out other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the production planning function.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Team orientation

Adaptability

Decision making

Customer focus

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Production Planner I to coordinate production schedules, monitor inventory levels, and ensure timely delivery to meet customer demand. This role collaborates with production, procurement, logistics, and quality teams to optimize capacity and materials, supporting efficient manufacturing operations.

The position emphasizes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.