Planner III

Job Description

The Planner III develops production plans and schedules to meet customer demands and creates shop orders and prepares inventory targets based on the production plans and schedules.

• Develop and maintain production plans based on the master production schedule
• Analyze forecasts, inventory levels, and material requirements to ensure operational continuity
• Create and close manufacturing jobs, monitoring and following up on job status to ensure timely completion
• Coordinate with Procurement, Logistics, Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams to ensure successful execution of production and project plans
• Identify planning risks, production bottlenecks, and process deviations, and recommend corrective and preventive actions to improve performance
• Provide data‑driven insights during production and operations planning meetings
• Maintain appropriate levels of raw material to support production requirements and inventory targets
• Lead and/or support scheduled planning meetings
• Perform critical ERP transactions
• Prepare special reports on status of production
• Maintain accurate planning data and system integrity within ERP and planning tools, including Epicor Kinetic and Power BI
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes, operational efficiency, and overall business performance
• Provide guidance, training, and support to junior planners while contributing to the development and standardization of planning processes and best practices

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Related Field of Study
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline
• Or (9) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree
• Or (3) years of experience may be considered with a Masters Degree

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave