Production Planner​/Buyer

Overview

A well-established, high-volume manufacturing organization in Goshen, IN is seeking a Production Planner / Buyer to support operations by balancing customer demand, production capacity, and material availability. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who has hands‑on experience in both production planning/scheduling and purchasing or procurement
, and who enjoys working cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring on‑time delivery, efficient inventory levels, and smooth production flow by translating customer demand into executable production schedules while partnering closely with purchasing and operations.

• Develop and maintain production schedules aligned with customer orders, capacity constraints, and operational priorities
• Analyze demand changes and adjust schedules to support on‑time delivery and manufacturing efficiency
• Partner closely with purchasing/procurement to ensure raw materials and components are available to support production plans
• Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify shortages, excess, or obsolescence risks
• Support inventory optimization initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• Track work‑in‑process, lead times, and material flow through manufacturing operations
• Execute system transactions related to material movement, receipts, and inventory accuracy
• Communicate schedule updates, risks, and priorities to production, procurement, logistics, and leadership teams

• 2–4 years of experience in production planning/scheduling within a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience working in purchasing, procurement, or material buying required
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to balance demand, capacity, and inventory
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel or data tools
• Strong communication skills and comfort working cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, and leadership

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Strategy/Planning

• Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Engineering Services

• Base pay range: $60,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr
• Annual Bonus
• Full benefits starting Day 1
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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