Production Planner- Iron Mountain, MI

Job Overview

As our Production Planner, you will support the daily manufacturing operations, including tracking and reporting on production schedules and key performance metrics.

• Develop & maintain all project schedules to meet our customer requirements
• Manage the level loading of our production schedules to reduce waste and improve resource utilization
• Update production planning boards daily to ensure current information is available to all team members
• Prepare and clearly communicate key customer and internal project milestones
• Coordinate and interface with production, purchasing, materials and engineering project teams to ensure schedules are being met
• Issue and meter all jobs being released to the factory with a goal to minimize WIP, maximize throughput, meet cadence goals & ensure proper workload to satisfy current demand
• Create, maintain & monitor metrics for on-time delivery, internal cadence and current production workload.
• Capture and calculate capacities vs. workloads to assist in utilization of resources
• Assist in resolving material problems to support start dates

• Proven ability to think critically and use data to make sound decisions
• Track record of influencing others and working together to achieve common goals
• Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to find root cause
• Strong computer skills including MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project
• Strong understanding/knowledge of Primavera/P6 software or ability to be trained in on scheduling software
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and planning skills
• 3 + experience in planning or production control in a manufacturing environment.
• Preferred associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, Logistics, Materials Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.