Production Planner

IMI plc

We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science and Fluid Control, and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Role Overview:

The Production Planner position is responsible for planning and releasing work orders to production, optimizing the amount and content of work released to their assigned product lines, and maintaining the planning related data pertinent to their product lines within the ERP system. The Planner is the initial point of escalation for any production expedite requests and will participate in daily meetings regarding the progress of those requests. This individual must have excellent organizational and time management skills as well as production planning experience.

Work Environment: Machesney Park, IL Onsite

Salary Range $73-$80k

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and disseminate daily basket of work to be released for designated production areas based on component availability and finished goods delivery schedule. 
• Assists Production Supervisors and Leads in recording, tracking, and reporting on daily production. 
• Assists Production Supervisors and Leads in resolving BOM or Routing issues and accounting for and correcting any inventory inaccuracies. 
• Assists Production Supervisors and Leads in identifying any constraints inhibiting the efficient processing and timely completion of work orders. 
• Works with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service to prioritize expedite requests and provide order completion status. 
• Works with Warehouse Manager to monitor and plan inventory requirements and arrange any special delivery requirements. 
• Coordinate with Purchasing to address any unanticipated raw material shortages preventing work orders from being released. 
• Coordinate with Manufacturing to address any unanticipated component shortages preventing work orders from being released. 
• Drive continuous improvement activities to establish and sustain a Lean culture.  
• Other duties as assigned. 

Critical Competencies for Success:

• High School degree or equivalent (required) and 2 years of prior experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably, low-volume, high-mix, discrete production, and assembly. 
• Four-year degree from an accredited institution in Business, Operations, or Supply Chain (preferred). 
• Understanding of inventory control, production, manufacturing, and scheduling principles. 
• Excellent interpersonal communications skills. 
• Exceptionally organized with excellent project management, planning, and time management skills. 
• Works effectively under pressure and with imperfect information. 

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs. 

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups 
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays 
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.  Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.  

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

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Salary : $73,000 - $80,000