Strategic Production Planner for Lean Manufacturing

MacLean Power, LLC

Alabaster (AL)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

37 hours ago
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Job summary

MacLean Power, LLC is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate and optimize manufacturing schedules, balancing customer demand with capacity and cost targets. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics, and drives Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency.

The successful candidate will maintain detailed schedules, monitor production progress, and communicate plans across teams to ensure on-time delivery while minimizing waste

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in SCM or related field.
  • 2-4 years of experience in production planning, manufacturing, or supply chain.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems and APS tools with strong data analysis and reporting.
  • Excellent communication and ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on forecasts, inventory, and capacity.
  • Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics to ensure timely materials.
  • Monitor progress and adjust schedules for demand or resource changes.
  • Analyze data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.
  • Collaborate with QA, procurement, and logistics to resolve scheduling conflicts.
  • Maintain records of schedules, inventory, and work-in-progress.
  • Communicate plans across teams to align with company goals.
  • Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Complete required documents accurately
  • Adhere to 5S and safety, quality policies

Skills

Cross-functional leadership
Excellent planning
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems
APS tools

Job description

MacLean Power, LLC is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate and optimize manufacturing schedules, balancing customer demand with capacity and cost targets. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics, and drives Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency.

The successful candidate will maintain detailed schedules, monitor production progress, and communicate plans across teams to ensure on-time delivery while minimizing waste

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