Production Planning Supervisor

CKC Automation LLC; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

CKC Automation in Benicia, CA is seeking a Production Planning Supervisor to lead workflow across Assembly and Warehouse, plan materials, and align schedules with Engineering and leadership. This hands-on role requires strong organization, problem-solving, and the ability to keep a manufacturing operation running on time.

You will own ERP-based work orders in NetSuite, manage shipping/receiving, and coordinate procurement with Purchasing and Engineering to maintain smooth material flow and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of production planning, materials management, or scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven supervisory or management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency with ERP, inventory, or scheduling software; NetSuite preferred.
• CPIM/CSCP or related certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain work orders in NetSuite ERP from released BOMs.
• Own shipping, receiving, and picking; ensure inventory accuracy and on-time delivery to the assembly floor.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Engineering to resolve procurement issues and keep material flowing.
• Monitor project timelines and shop capacity; adjust sequencing and staffing as conditions shift.
• Lead, motivate, and hold accountable shipping, receiving, and picking personnel with clear goals.
• Use ERP, inventory, and scheduling systems to track work orders and provide status updates to management.
• Promote a safe, clean, and ethical work environment; drive continuous improvement on the shop floor.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental policies.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Problem-solving

Communication

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

CPIM/CSCP certification preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Description

About CKC Automation

CKC Automation transforms manufacturing processes through innovative automation solutions. Founded in 2005 (as CKC Engineering) and headquartered in Benicia, CA, we serve diverse industries across the Bay Area and West Coast — including automotive, medical device, pharmaceutical, energy, and semiconductor — combining deep technical expertise with creative problem-solving to tackle complex manufacturing challenges.

We design and build custom automation solutions that improve efficiency, enhance quality, and drive innovation. Our offerings include:

• Machine — Robotic workcells, build-to-print solutions, prototype equipment, and fixtures
• Panel — High-volume panel assembly from our UL 508A-certified panel shop
• Controls / Data — PLC, HMI, and robotic integration for optimized production. Real-time monitoring, analytics, and SCADA/data infrastructure

Website: ckcautomation.com

About the Role

The Production Planning Supervisor is the central point of contact for workflow across Assembly and Warehouse, planning materials and work activities, coordinating what Engineering releases to the shop floor, and keeping schedules, staffing, and priorities aligned as conditions change. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on organization, problem-solving, and keeping a manufacturing operation running on time.

Requirements

What You'll Do

• Create and maintain work orders in NetSuite ERP based on released bills of materials (BOMs) from Engineering
• Own the end-to-end shipping, receiving, and picking process — including inventory accuracy, material staging, kitting, and on-time delivery to the assembly floor
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Engineering to resolve procurement issues and keep material flowing without delay
• Monitor project timelines and shop capacity, adjusting sequencing, staffing, and priorities in real time as engineering changes, material delays, or customer requirements shift
• Lead, motivate, and hold accountable shipping, receiving, and picking personnel — communicating goals, safety practices, and deadlines clearly
• Use ERP, inventory, and scheduling systems to track work orders and shop schedules, and provide accurate status updates to management
• Promote a safe, clean, and ethical work environment; reinforce safe work habits and drive continuous improvement across the shop floor
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental policies

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple work areas at once
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, comfortable reprioritizing quickly as shop conditions and engineering inputs change
• Hands-on proficiency with ERP, inventory, or scheduling software (NetSuite experience a plus)
• Prior experience supervising or leading a function or team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for coordinating across engineering, assembly, and warehouse teams
• A steady, accountable leadership style with a bias toward action and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of production planning, materials management, or scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment
• CPIM, CSCP, or related supply chain/planning certification preferred
• Prior supervisory or management experience directly overseeing a shop-floor or warehouse team
• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field ; or equivalent technical training/experience required

Benefits:

• 401K
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Employee assistance program
• Life Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

Compensation

Salary $120,000 – $145,000