Wave Planner

Abacus Solutions Group is a family-owned leader in workforce and talent solutions with over 80 years of experience. We are known for our supportive culture and long-standing client partnerships, Abacus offers more than just a job"”we provide a path to lasting career growth with trusted employers nationwide.Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.Our client in Fort Worth, TX is looking for a Wave Planner. This is a Temporary to Permanent position looking to start ASAP!There is a 1st and 2nd shift role available. Hours would be 4:30am - 4:00pm or 4:30pm - 4:00am.Responsibilities:Prepare, process, and move merchandise productively, safely, accurately, and per established production rates, as well as established standards and guidelinesPlan, create, and release waves of orders for picking, ensuring alignment with shipping schedules and customer priorities.Monitor warehouse workload and adjust wave planning based on order volume, labor availability, equipment constraints, and operational capacity.Analyze order profiles and product slotting to maximize picking efficiency.Coordinate with Inventory Control to ensure product availability and accurate inventory levels before releasing waves.Communicate with Operations Supervisors and Leads to align on daily workload expectations and resource needs.Track and report on wave progress, identifying and resolving bottlenecks or delays.Maintain and update wave planning parameters in the Warehouse Management System (WMS).Collaborate with Transportation and Customer Service teams to prioritize urgent orders and special shipments.Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing data and recommending process improvements to optimize wave planning and order flow.Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.Qualifications:One to two years related experience and/or training in warehousing or distribution operations preferredHigh school diploma or equivalentBasic computer skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Ability to stand, bend and lift for extended periods of timeMust be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds to aid operations.Must have good vision and hearing for verbal communication and forklift safety

Created: 2025-09-25