Manufacturing Planner - 1st shift

Design Group Americas

Manufacturing Planner - 1st shift

National
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities
    • Assist in developing and updating daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on order requirements and material availability.
    • Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to meet deadlines.
    • Communicate with shift leads, machine operators, and supply chain teams to coordinate workflow.
    • Track inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods to prevent shortages or overages.
    • Assist in cycle count program as needed.
    • Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and suggest process improvements.
    • Ensure production plans align with quality and efficiency goals.
    • Support documentation and reporting for production schedules, delays, and changes.
    • Collaborate with purchasing and logistics teams to optimize material flow.
    • Adhere to safety and compliance regulations in all planning activities.
    • Carry out administration duties and responsibilities as needed.
    • Must be able to perform duties with minimal supervision.
    • All other duties assigned.

    Required Skills

    Required Experience

    • High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree or relevant coursework in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Business is a plus.
    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
    • Advanced Excel experience required.
    • Ability to work with planning software or ERP systems.
    • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
    • Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and adapting to changing priorities.