Production Planner II

Apogee Enterprises Inc; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Apogee Enterprises Inc. seeks a Production Planner II to coordinate project planning, material procurement, and production scheduling within ERP systems.

The role collaborates with Sales, Project Management, Engineering, Vendors, and Purchasing to ensure on-time delivery and accurate data maintenance throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in manufacturing planning, strong data analysis skills, and experience with ERP tools like Epicor or Dynamics 365.

Qualifications

• Advanced ERP proficiency and data analysis to optimize production planning.
• Experience in material planning, BOM management, and vendor coordination.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate project scope, pricing, vendor quotes, glass requirements, routing, and material locations.
• Identify, resolve, and communicate missing or incorrect project information to ensure production readiness.
• Run CTO planning reports and optimize extrusion usage to minimize waste.
• Determine purchasing requirements and ensure materials are available to support schedules.
• Release BOMs to Epicor and maintain accurate job updates; align schedules, pricing, and supplier data.
• Generate and manage purchase orders; coordinate with vendors and track acknowledgments to prevent delays.
• Coordinate material flow, scheduling, and production activities to ensure on-time completion.
• Process engineering revisions and manage exceptions including DMRs and special orders.
• Provide status updates to Master Scheduler; resolve production issues and close projects.

Skills

ERP proficiency

Data analysis

Supply chain planning

Vendor coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

APICS CPIM certification

Tools

Epicor ERP

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Planner II is responsible for coordinating project planning, material procurement, production scheduling, and ERP system maintenance to support manufacturing and project execution. This role works closely with Sales, Project Management, Engineering, Production, Vendors, and Purchasing to ensure projects are accurately planned, materials are ordered and delivered on time, and system data is maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Project Review & Validation

• Review and validate project scope, pricing, vendor quotes, glass requirements, routing, and material locations.


• Identify, resolve, and communicate missing or incorrect project information to ensure production readiness.

Material Planning & Preparation

• Run CTO planning reports and optimize extrusion usage through Cut Planner to minimize waste.


• Determine purchasing requirements and ensure all required materials are available to support production schedules.

System & BOM Management

• Release Bills of Material (BOMs) to Epicor and maintain accurate job updates.


• Align production schedules, finishing triggers, pricing, and supplier information within CTO and Epicor systems.

Purchasing & Vendor Coordination

• Generate and manage purchase orders (POs) for required materials and services.


• Coordinate with vendors by sending documentation, tracking acknowledgments, resolving delays or discrepancies, and maintaining ongoing communication.

Production Coordination & Project Completion

• Coordinate material flow, scheduling, and production activities to support on-time project completion.


• Process engineering revisions and manage exceptions including DMRs and special orders.


• Communicate project status updates, resolve production issues, and close out projects upon completion.

Communication & Coordination

• Collaborates closely with the Master Scheduler, Project Management, Planning, Engineering, and Purchasing teams to ensure project milestones are achieved on schedule and to proactively resolve constraints impacting customer delivery.


• Maintains frequent communication with internal stakeholders to manage scheduling changes, address issues arising after initial planning, and support overall production flow.


• Provides timely and accurate updates to the Master Scheduler and Planning Supervisor regarding constraints or risks that may affect the production schedule.


• Partners with the Master Scheduler throughout the planning process to ensure critical information is shared and timelines are adjusted as needed.


• Coordinates and delivers detailed planning information to the Purchasing team following order planning activities.

Process Optimization

• Takes an active role in departmental and company-wide continuous improvement initiatives, including Metals-specific projects, to enhance operational efficiency and workflow performance.


• Maintains a strong working knowledge of all production and order fulfillment processes, from order entry through shipping.


• Supports the Production Scheduling team with daily operational activities, process improvement initiatives, cross-functional projects, and special assignments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced technical proficiency with ERP systems, including SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft, with preferred experience in Epicor, as well as advanced skills in data analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proven capacity to interpret complex operational data, identify root causes of production delays, and resolve scheduling conflicts efficiently.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally, negotiate priorities among departments, and effectively manage stakeholder expectations.


• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain operations, including lean manufacturing principles, inventory management, logistics coordination, and demand forecasting methodologies.


• Proficient in inventory management systems and data-driven decision-making tools to support operational efficiency and inventory accuracy.


• Highly organized with strong multitasking capabilities and the ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments.

Education & Experience

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Associate degree preferred


• APICS CPIM certification preferred

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required


• 1-3 years of scheduling or production planning experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience


• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365, is preferred

Work Environment/Travel Requirements

Primarily office-based with occasional visits to the manufacturing floor. Proper PPE is required when on the manufacturing floor.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)


• Incentive Plans


• 401(k) with employer contribution and match


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match


• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)


• Paid Holidays


• Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Wellness Program


• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.