Production Planning Manager

Manthei Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is looking for a dynamic Production Planning Manager to oversee the scheduling and coordination of hardwood veneer and plywood operations. The role emphasizes precision in production to enhance overall efficiency and requires significant experience in production planning and coordination within manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Tight-knit team culture

Opportunity to make an impact

Qualifications

• 5+ years of production planning experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, preferably plywood.
• Familiarity with raw material logistics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adjust production schedules based on demand.
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams.
• Monitor production output and make real-time adjustments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Production planning software

Job description

Northern Michigan | Full-Time | Manufacturing Excellence

We’re seeking a strategic, hands-on Production Planning Manager to lead the scheduling and coordination of our hardwood veneer and plywood manufacturing operations. At the intersection of precision, people, and process , this role ensures our plant runs like a well-crafted sheet of veneer—strong, smooth, and aligned from end to end.

What You’ll Do

As our Production Planning Manager, you will:

Develop, maintain and adjust daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory goals.

Coordinate with procurement, logistics, and operations teams to ensure timely delivery and availability of raw materials (e.g., core, veneers, glue).

Monitor production output, inventory levels, and capacity utilization, making real-time schedule adjustments as needed.

Communicate schedule and changes effectively to production supervisors, maintenance, and shipping departments.

Lead production planning meetings and provide clear updates on performance to plan.

Identify and resolve bottlenecks, supply disruptions, and inefficiencies in the production flow.

Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to manage supplier lead times and optimize raw material ordering.

Maintain accurate records and date in ERP or planning systems; generate reports for management review.

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling, plant throughput, and material management.

Be a key player in continuous improvement, aligning strategy with action.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

5+ years of production planning or scheduling experience , preferably in a manufacturing or wood products environment.

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, preferably plywood or panel production.

Familiarity with raw material logistics in forestry or wood products industry; preferred

Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning software.

Experience with LEAN manufacturing or other continuous improvement methodologies; preferred

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Data-driven with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Why Join Us?

We’re a Northern Michigan-based company with deep roots and forward vision. Here, you’ll find:

A tight-knit team culture with values grounded in responsibility, growth, and collaboration .

The chance to make a measurable impact in a high-performing operation.

Production Planning Manager

Northern Michigan | Full-Time | Manufacturing Excellence

We’re seeking a strategic, hands-on Production Planning Manager to lead the scheduling and coordination of our hardwood veneer and plywood manufacturing operations. At the intersection of precision, people, and process , this role ensures our plant runs like a well-crafted sheet of veneer—strong, smooth, and aligned from end to end.

What You’ll Do

As our Production Planning Manager, you will:

• Develop, maintain and adjust daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory goals.

• Coordinate with procurement, logistics, and operations teams to ensure timely delivery and availability of raw materials (e.g., core, veneers, glue).

• Monitor production output, inventory levels, and capacity utilization, making real-time schedule adjustments as needed.

• Communicate schedule and changes effectively to production supervisors, maintenance, and shipping departments.

• Lead production planning meetings and provide clear updates on performance to plan.

• Identify and resolve bottlenecks, supply disruptions, and inefficiencies in the production flow.

• Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to manage supplier lead times and optimize raw material ordering.

• Maintain accurate records and date in ERP or planning systems; generate reports for management review.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling, plant throughput, and material management.

• Be a key player in continuous improvement, aligning strategy with action.
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5+ years of production planning or scheduling experience , preferably in a manufacturing or wood products environment.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, preferably plywood or panel production.

Familiarity with raw material logistics in forestry or wood products industry; preferred

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning software.

Experience with LEAN manufacturing or other continuous improvement methodologies; preferred

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Data-driven with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  

Why Join Us?

We’re a Northern Michigan-based company with deep roots and forward vision. Here, you’ll find:

• A tight-knit team culture with values grounded in responsibility, growth, and collaboration .

The chance to make a measurable impact in a high-performing operation.

Check us out at www.mantheiwoodproducts.com