Production Planner

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production Planner to join our company in Superior, WI. The Production Planner will be responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules to ensure production targets and customer demands are met efficiently.

Core Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on customer orders, production capacity, and inventory levels. Ensure all production targets are met within the agreed-upon timelines. Monitor production progress and resolve issues that arise to avoid delays.
• Coordinate with Procurement and Warehouse teams to ensure all necessary materials and components are available for production. Manage and track inventory levels to avoid overstocking or stockouts. Ensure raw materials are ordered in a timely manner to prevent production downtime.
• Analyze production capacity and identify potential bottlenecks or constraints. Recommend solutions to optimize resource utilization and improve efficiency. Assist in the planning and execution of new projects and product launches.
• Work closely with Purchasing, Production, Quality Assurance, and Sales to ensure alignment on production priorities and timelines. Communicate all changes in the production schedule to relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze production performance data, identifying trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement. Prepare reports on production metrics, such as cycle time, lead time, and efficiency rates. Use production data to inform future planning decisions and improve overall operations.
• Identify potential issues in the production process or supply chain disruption and propose solutions to minimize impact. Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule packaging line improvements and preventive maintenance, ensuring equipment is properly maintained and operational.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Operations or Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in production planning, scheduling, or a similar role in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles.
• Atlas S&OP system experience preferred.
• ASCM certification (CPIM or CSCP) or other industry-relevant certification preferred.

Benefits:

• Paid time off and paid holidays each year
• Employee bonus program
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive health benefits
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) options
• Affordable group dental, vision, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Employee discount on product
• Corporate gym membership

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Our employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs.