Strategic Production Planner & ERP Specialist

TPI Composites; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TPI Composites in Newton, IA, is seeking a Production Planning Specialist to turn production plans into results. You will work closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Plant Leadership to align materials, schedules, and resources to deliver safely, efficiently, and on time.

Join a fast-paced team and build expertise in manufacturing operations, production planning, analytics, and continuous improvement while solving challenges and making a measurable impact every day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related field, and at least 1 year of experience in production planning, manufacturing operations, scheduling, or supply chain management.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications; Power BI experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of production planning, inventory management, manufacturing operations, and supply chain processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor daily, weekly, and annual production schedules for manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate production priorities to support operational efficiency, schedule attainment, and customer delivery requirements.
• Create, maintain, and modify production jobs within the Oracle ERP system.
• Prepare and distribute daily production and assembly reports.
• Monitor production schedule performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support Aging WIP (Work in Process) analysis and follow up on open production jobs.
• Track and support shipment planning for finished products, small parts, and prefabricated components.
• Conduct physical verification of inventory and WIP on the production floor to ensure system accuracy.
• Provide Oracle system support and guidance to production personnel.
• Support annual mold maintenance planning and follow-up activities.
• Monitor molding cycle times and maintain required production input within the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and new product launch activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

SAP ERP

Excel

Power BI

Office Suite

Job description

TPI Composites in Newton, IA, is seeking a Production Planning Specialist to turn production plans into results. You will work closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Plant Leadership to align materials, schedules, and resources to deliver safely, efficiently, and on time.

Join a fast-paced team and build expertise in manufacturing operations, production planning, analytics, and continuous improvement while solving challenges and making a measurable impact every day.