What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at MIDLAKE PRODUCTS?
Job Title: Production Planner
Location: Louisville, Ohio
Company: Midlake Products & Mfg. Co., Inc
Employment Type: Full-time/Day Shift
About Us...
Midlake Products & Mfg. Co. is a well-established metal fabricator with over 35 years of experience in the industry. We specialize in delivering high-quality products to our customers. As a medium-sized manufacturer, we pride ourselves on quality, precision manufacturing and on time delivery. We are looking for a Production Planner to join our committed team and contribute to our growing success.
About the Opportunity...
The Production Planner will be responsible for creating and maintaining production schedules that ensure timely delivery of products while optimizing resources. This role will involve close collaboration with various departments, including sales, purchasing, production, and engineering to streamline operations and meet customer demands.
Key Responsibilities...
- Develop and maintain detailed production schedules to meet customer orders and forecasted demand.
- Coordinate with purchasing to ensure the availability of materials.
- Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to minimize downtime and delays.
- Collaborate with production team to ensure capacity planning aligns with operational goals.
- Identify and resolve production bottlenecks and resource constraints.
- Prepare and present regular production status reports to management.
Qualifications...
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in production planning, preferably in a job shop environment
- Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Admin, or a related field (preferred)
- Proficiency in production planning software
- Highly proficient in Office 365
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer...
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Medical and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Bonus program
- PTO
How to Apply...
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter to jpukys@midlake.com.