Senior Production Planner

Aegis Worldwide; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Oak Park is seeking a Senior Production Planner to enhance operational efficiency and ensure timely product delivery. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel skills are essential. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $70,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Production Planner or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and inventory management.
• Ability to read blueprints and work with multilayer Bills of Material.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adjust production schedules to maximize resource use.
• Monitor production targets and make adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate with procurement, engineering, sales, and quality teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

Overview

Sr. Production Planner – Chicago, IL

Are you an experienced Production Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We’re partnering with a growing manufacturing company in the Chicago (Oak Park) area that is seeking a Senior-Level Production Planner to join their team. This individual will play a critical role in driving operational efficiency, optimizing resources, and ensuring products are delivered on time and with the highest quality standards.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules to maximize use of labor, materials, and equipment.
• Monitor production targets and make adjustments to ensure deadlines and business objectives are met.
• Analyze historical data and forecasts to anticipate demand and inform scheduling decisions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, engineering, sales, and quality teams to maintain seamless production flow.
• Identify risks and resolve issues such as supply shortages, delays, or equipment failures while implementing contingency plans.
• Document production plans, changes, and performance metrics, reporting on key KPIs such as efficiency, on-time delivery, and inventory turnover.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Production Planner (or similar role) within the manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, workflow optimization, and inventory management.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.) and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and work with multilayer Bills of Material.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Job details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Production, Strategy/Planning, and Supply Chain
• Industries: Manufacturing

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