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Sr. Production Planner – Chicago, IL
Direct Hire | $70,000 – $95,000 base salary | Fully Onsite
Are you an experienced Production Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We’re partnering with a growing manufacturing company in the Chicago (Oak Park) area that is seeking a Senior-Level Production Planner to join their team. This individual will play a critical role in driving operational efficiency, optimizing resources, and ensuring products are delivered on time and with the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules to maximize use of labor, materials, and equipment.
Monitor production targets and make adjustments to ensure deadlines and business objectives are met.
Analyze historical data and forecasts to anticipate demand and inform scheduling decisions.
Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, engineering, sales, and quality teams to maintain seamless production flow.
Identify risks and resolve issues such as supply shortages, delays, or equipment failures while implementing contingency plans.
Document production plans, changes, and performance metrics, reporting on key KPIs such as efficiency, on-time delivery, and inventory turnover.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field ().
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Production Planner (or similar role) within the manufacturing industry.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, workflow optimization, and inventory management.
Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.) and advanced Excel skills.
Ability to read blueprints and work with multilayer Bills of Material.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Sr. Production Planner – Chicago, IL
Direct Hire | $70,000 – $95,000 base salary | Fully Onsite
Are you an experienced Production Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We’re partnering with a growing manufacturing company in the Chicago (Oak Park) area that is seeking a Senior-Level Production Planner to join their team. This individual will play a critical role in driving operational efficiency, optimizing resources, and ensuring products are delivered on time and with the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules to maximize use of labor, materials, and equipment.
Monitor production targets and make adjustments to ensure deadlines and business objectives are met.
Analyze historical data and forecasts to anticipate demand and inform scheduling decisions.
Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, engineering, sales, and quality teams to maintain seamless production flow.
Identify risks and resolve issues such as supply shortages, delays, or equipment failures while implementing contingency plans.
Document production plans, changes, and performance metrics, reporting on key KPIs such as efficiency, on-time delivery, and inventory turnover.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field ().
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Production Planner (or similar role) within the manufacturing industry.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, workflow optimization, and inventory management.
Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.) and advanced Excel skills.
Ability to read blueprints and work with multilayer Bills of Material.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.