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Manufacturing Planner
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Planner with a strong background in machining and job shop environments. This individual will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating manufacturing workflows to meet customer demand, maximize efficiency, and ensure on-time delivery. The ideal candidate understands the complexities of job shop operations and has hands-on knowledge of machining processes and shop floor constraints.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, release, and manage work orders based on customer requirements, lead times, and capacity constraints.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and purchasing to ensure material and resource availability for scheduled jobs.
- Translate engineering drawings and specifications into routings and manufacturing steps for machined components.
- Monitor job progress and adjust schedules to address issues such as machine downtime, material delays, or labor shortages.
- Coordinate with machinists and supervisors to prioritize jobs and resolve production bottlenecks.
- Review customer orders and confirm delivery dates based on capacity and resource planning.
- Maintain accurate production schedules and communicate updates to internal stakeholders.
- Analyze shop performance metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, throughput, WIP) and suggest improvements.
- Ensure that planning data in ERP/MRP systems is accurate and up to date.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on lead time reduction, productivity, and quality.
$70,000 - $100,000 a year