Production Planner (P)

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 73,924 - 91,309; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Annual incentive plan

Job summary

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate the scheduling and production for assembly lines. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of production planning experience in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and proficiency in ERP systems. With a commitment to innovation, S&C Electric offers competitive compensation and opportunities for employee ownership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in production planning within manufacturing.
• Strong skills in communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling and production planning for assembly lines.
• Monitor inventory counts and recommend purchases based on production schedules.
• Update production forecasts in Oracle ERP based on demand data.

Skills

Production planning

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Planner

As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward‑thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We’re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee‑owner.

Hours

• 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (Mon‑Fri) On‑Site

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $73,924 - $91,309. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job‑related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate the scheduling and production planning for assigned assembly lines at S&C.
• Determine the needs of the line to ascertain supply requirements and determine optimal scheduling for assembly operations.
• Monitor current inventory counts, dynamically recommending purchases based on adjusted production schedules and adjustments to on‑hand numbers when appropriate.
• Act as a liaison between internal customers, facilitating communication and ensuring all parties are informed when production schedule adjustments or other changes are needed.
• Implement engineering change orders and manage basic bill of material cutover processes.
• Update and maintain production forecasts in Oracle ERP based on demand data provided by the Sales department, ensuring target numbers accurately reflect demand fluctuations.
• Investigate and address challenges related to product variations and supplier issues, collaborating with the Buyers to develop resolutions when needed.
• Generate and issue reports, both ad hoc and regular schedules.
• Provide recommendations to leadership and to Buyers based on data presented in reports.
• Support projects, such as A3 problem‑solving efforts, as assigned by department leadership.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Attend in‑person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education & Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2‑3 years of demonstrated experience in production planning within a manufacturing or related environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members, adjusting communication approaches based on the audience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete activities with accuracy.
• Good critical thinking and problem‑solving skills and an ability to identify potential issues and seek support for resolution.
• Ability to work in manufacturing and assembly environments.
• Strong proficiency in utilizing Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) systems for production planning purposes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint. Must be able to manipulate data and analyze reports using both Power BI and Excel.

Preferred

• Experience working with Oracle ERP.
• LPS Training.

S&C Electric is committed to equal‑opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [e-mail].

No fixed deadline.