Production Planner

Position Summary

The Production Planner is responsible for developing, communicating, and maintaining production schedules that enable consistent on‑time delivery of customer demand. This role requires strong analytical skills to optimize production operations and drive alignment across teams. The Production Planner also plays a critical role in the successful ramp‑up of new programs, partnering cross‑functionally to support the transition from prototype to high‑volume manufacturing.

• Develop and maintain optimized production schedules across multiple lines to meet customer demand and internal efficiency targets.
• Monitor work‑in‑progress (WIP) and line output to ensure flow and production targets are achieved.
• Identify and proactively resolve risks to production throughput, including line‑down scenarios and supply gaps.
• Lead daily production review meetings and provide clear communication of risks, escalations, and priorities.
• Analyze shop floor and MES data to drive improvements in labor utilization and material availability.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, NPI, and Process Engineering to support build readiness and continuous improvement.
• Ensure ERP, MES, and inventory systems are up‑to‑date, accurate, and reflect the current production plan.
• Support executive updates and KPI tracking related to production performance.
• Train team members on schedule execution, system use, and process adherence.
• Maintain schedule discipline and ensure alignment across planning, procurement, and operations.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area; follow prescribed safety and environmental regulations.
• Demonstrate Cel Link’s culture of integrity, teamwork, self‑discipline, and professional competence; perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline.
• 2+ years of prior experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment (high mix / high volume preferred).

• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Excel and MES/ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of forecasting, capacity modeling, and production constraints.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and facilitating resolution of production issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience with flexible circuit or printed electronics manufacturing.
• Prior use of MES, ERP, and MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent in a production environment.
• Demonstrated success ramping high‑mix, low‑volume or high‑volume production programs.
• Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced startup or rapid‑scaling manufacturing organization.
• Familiarity with capacity modeling, constraint‑based scheduling, and takt time analysis.
• Prior experience in a cross‑functional planning role supporting engineering, quality, and operations teams.
• APICS CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent supply chain certification.

The role will be primarily desk‑based and located on or adjacent to the manufacturing floor. Frequent exposure to high noise, moving mechanical parts, nuisance dust, and common industrial chemicals is expected. Appropriate PPE will be provided. The employee will primarily perform computer‑based data entry and analysis, but also move within manufacturing areas as needed. The position may require occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds independently or 50 pounds with assistance.

Vision requirements include the ability to read documents and visually inspect materials.

We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates are essential to our success. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees while building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Cel Link participates in the E‑Verify program in specific locations as required by law.

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Electrical Equipment Manufacturing