Strategic Production Planner

Vertiv; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate master production schedules and material releases to meet customer delivery needs. You will optimize resource use, control shop orders, and drive improvements across operations on the production floor.

Responsibilities include daily/weekly/monthly planning, KPIs, Gemba walks, and strong cross-functional communication. A self-starter with urgency and problem-solving skills is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or supply chain.
• 5+ years of planning experience in a manufacturing operation.
• Fluency in English (read, write and speak).
• Advanced PowerPoint skills; MS Office proficiency.
• Desirable experience with MRP or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare production schedules for products in assigned areas.
• Level production to optimize material use and man-hours.
• Directly control shop orders and changes in the production floor and participate in daily meetings.
• Expedite operations and/or materials to meet promised dates.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly planning reports.
• Maintain KPIs in Tier meetings.
• Conduct Gemba Walks and communicate across organization levels.
• Be action-oriented, detail-focused and able to solve problems with urgency.

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MRP / ERP

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate master production schedules and material releases to meet customer delivery needs. You will optimize resource use, control shop orders, and drive improvements across operations on the production floor.

Responsibilities include daily/weekly/monthly planning, KPIs, Gemba walks, and strong cross-functional communication. A self-starter with urgency and problem-solving skills is essential for success.