Production Planner

About the CompanyOur excellent client is seeking a Production Planning & Scheduling Coordinator to support daily production scheduling, expediting, and workflow coordination across the manufacturing floor. This hands-on role is critical to keeping production moving and ensuring on-time customer delivery.About the RoleReporting to the Production Control Manager, this position translates demand into actionable production plans, aligns materials and priorities, and works closely with Production, Materials, and Purchasing teams to resolve issues and keep jobs on track. This is a fast-paced, highly visible role for someone who is proactive, organized, and comfortable driving priorities on the shop floor.ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and track production jobs from release through completionExpedite work-in-process across departments to support on-time deliveryCommunicate daily priorities, including "hot" items and work instructionsExecute ERP/MRP activities to align materials with production schedulesCoordinate raw material needs with PurchasingSubmit purchase orders for approval as requiredMonitor schedules, identify risks or delays, and proactively resolve issuesMaintain accurate job status and production data in the ERP systemPartner with the Production Control Manager on daily priorities and KPIsSupport ERP system enhancements and continuous improvement effortsMaintain a strong focus on safety and operational executionQualifications2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferredExperience in production planning, scheduling, or production control ERP/MRP system experience preferredStrong organizational, communication, and follow-up skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentDetail-oriented, proactive, and accountableWork EnvironmentOnsite manufacturing and office environmentFrequent presence on the shop floorAbility to lift up to 25 lbs as neededOccasional overtime may be required

Created: 2026-05-09