Strategic Production Planner: Master Scheduling & Inventory

JTS; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JTS is seeking a Production Planner to ensure the timely flow of material and information supporting production and customer needs. You will manage assigned product demand, maintain production plans, and work closely with purchasers, warehouse teams, and shop crews while advising management on work in progress, material availability, and potential issues.

The role requires strong organizational and collaboration skills, with a focus on scheduling, inventory balance, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required; BA/BS in related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing/production experience preferred.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office.
• Detail-oriented with focus on accuracy and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of jobsite safety and maintaining a safe workplace.
• Reliable attendance and responsible work ethic.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Negotiation and networking skills.
• Financial and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork.
• Self-motivated and accountable.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple departments to resolve supplier issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Master Production Scheduling & MRP for assigned products.
• Manage demand, production plans, and inventory levels to meet customer demands.
• Review orders for correct scheduling and requisitioning.
• Release jobs to production floor daily and monitor progress.
• Coordinate Engineering change notices with relevant departments.
• Ensure customer dates are met and communicate status across the organization.
• Maintain planned shipment dates for sales orders and report status.
• Evaluate capacities and lead times to maintain level workflow.
• Monitor daily load and system status reports.
• Collaborate with Production Supervisors to balance workload.

Skills

Inventory management

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Collaboration

Negotiation

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Reliability/Attendance

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma

BA/BS degree preferred

Tools

Inventory management software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JTS is seeking a Production Planner to ensure the timely flow of material and information supporting production and customer needs. You will manage assigned product demand, maintain production plans, and work closely with purchasers, warehouse teams, and shop crews while advising management on work in progress, material availability, and potential issues.

The role requires strong organizational and collaboration skills, with a focus on scheduling, inventory balance, and on-time delivery.