Production Planner: Schedule & Optimize Manufacturing

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.; Tell City (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short and long term disability

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid vacations/holidays

Wellness program

Fitness membership

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is seeking a Production Planner to effectively plan, schedule, and coordinate production activities. This role is crucial for meeting customer demands and optimizing operational efficiency while working with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams.

Key responsibilities include managing production schedules, balancing supply and demand, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Interested candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have a proven background in production planning.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing the scheduling and timeliness of the production process.
• Coordinating manufacturing processes and resources.
• Analyzing production data to improve efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational abilities

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Collaborative work in fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business, management, operations, or supply chain

Tools

Production planning software

ERP systems

Job description

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is seeking a Production Planner to effectively plan, schedule, and coordinate production activities. This role is crucial for meeting customer demands and optimizing operational efficiency while working with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams.

Key responsibilities include managing production schedules, balancing supply and demand, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Interested candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have a proven background in production planning.