Production Planner IV - Wilson Road

Production Planner IV

Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee 37410

Work Type: Full‑Time, On‑Site

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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company specializing in asphalt road building and aggregate processing equipment. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging cutting‑edge solutions and technologies, we deliver exceptional value to customers worldwide.

We're seeking a strategic and detail‑oriented Production Planner IV to join our Chattanooga manufacturing facility. In this pivotal role, you'll orchestrate our production operations by creating and maintaining comprehensive manufacturing schedules while collaborating across sales, engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing teams. You'll drive capacity planning, establish realistic lead times, and oversee all aspects of facility scheduling. As a leader in our planning function, you'll facilitate production meetings and daily schedule updates to ensure seamless communication and coordinated execution across the organization.

• Forecast and manage ramp‑up and ramp‑down planning for New Product Introductions, balancing demand, capacity, and inventory risk
• Lead a small team of planners or serve as the planning representative on cross‑functional teams
• Champion planning process improvement initiatives and drive operational excellence
• Develop and execute strategic plans for implementing and optimizing ERP system utilization
• Schedule production materials strategically to ensure optimal production levels and resource efficiency
• Generate comprehensive reports analyzing production findings and performance metrics
• Determine manpower, equipment, and raw material requirements to meet production demand

• Create and maintain all production schedules for the facility with precision and foresight
• Plan and slot all work orders, establish capacity parameters, set lead times, and verify delivery dates
• Collaborate with all departments to maintain accurate information and keep stakeholders informed of schedule additions and changes
• Develop master schedules that establish the optimal sequence and lead time for each operation to meet shipping dates based on sales forecasts and customer orders
• Analyze production specifications and plant capacity data, performing detailed calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements
• Leverage ERP systems (Visual or similar platforms) to enhance planning accuracy and efficiency
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail with exceptional organizational skills
• Lead the implementation of Visual ERP scheduling systems with enthusiasm and technical proficiency
• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to drive positive operational change
• Expand professional expertise through ongoing educational opportunities and industry certifications
• Achieve departmental and company objectives by consistently meeting established goals and KPIs
• Promote and educate colleagues on Astec's core values and commitment to excellence
• Maintain strict adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety protocols at all times

• Bachelor's degree preferred;
  Associate's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or technical school with a minimum of 5+ years of planning experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere and communicate effectively with customers, clients, co‑workers, and management at all levels
• Demonstrated willingness to apply lean knowledge tools to identify and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong communication skills combined with advanced computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and Access
• ERP system knowledge and hands‑on experience (Visual or similar platforms preferred)
• Exceptional analytical and mathematical capabilities for complex production planning scenarios

• Experience with Visual ERP or comparable enterprise resource planning systems
• Lean Six Sigma certification or training
• Experience in heavy equipment or industrial…