Production Planner - Optimize Schedules & Grow with Us

Staffmark; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffmark is hiring a Production Planner in West Memphis, AR, offering a $23.78/hour pay rate. The role focuses on developing and maintaining daily and weekly schedules, coordinating with warehouse leadership, and ensuring material availability.

Strong Excel and data analysis skills are essential for driving efficiency. You will analyze production data, report on performance, and participate in continuous improvement while adhering to safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in production planning, warehouse operations, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and adjust daily and weekly production schedules based on customer orders, inventory levels, and staffing availability.
• Coordinate with warehouse leadership to ensure production targets and deadlines are met.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with purchasing and inventory teams to ensure material availability.
• Analyze production data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce delays, and minimize waste.
• Communicate schedule changes and production updates to applicable departments.
• Track production performance and prepare reports on output, productivity, and operational metrics.
• Investigate production issues and recommend corrective actions to prevent disruptions.
• Maintain accurate planning records within warehouse management and ERP systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization efforts.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and operational procedures.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Staffmark is hiring a Production Planner in West Memphis, AR, offering a $23.78/hour pay rate. The role focuses on developing and maintaining daily and weekly schedules, coordinating with warehouse leadership, and ensuring material availability.

Strong Excel and data analysis skills are essential for driving efficiency. You will analyze production data, report on performance, and participate in continuous improvement while adhering to safety policies and procedures.