Production Planner Job at Crossett Search & Advisory Group in Benicia

Overview

Our client is a well-established manufacturing company based in Benicia. They are seeking a Production & Material Scheduler to be an integral part of the team. This role combines production scheduling with labor, resource groups, and materials inventory to execute the master production schedule. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background with manufacturing, inventory planning, ERP systems experience, cross-functional collaboration, and comfort interacting with shop floor staff.

This position is onsite with the primary production schedule between 6:00am - 2:30pm. The client is not offering relocation assistance.

The company emphasizes quality craftsmanship, innovation, and a collaborative culture. Operational hours prioritize work/life balance, and the compensation and benefits package is competitive, featuring a generous 401k match and other rewards.

What you will do

Production Planning and Scheduling

• Develop, monitor, and adjust production schedules to meet delivery deadlines and align with customer demand.
• Coordinate with internal teams including operations, procurement, and shipping to ensure production goals are met efficiently.
• Track production workflow and performance metrics, identifying and resolving schedule delays or bottlenecks.
• Maintain accurate records of production data including lead times, output, and capacity.
• Set up and manage the weekly production schedule for finished goods and subassemblies.
• Monitor work orders through the production cycle to achieve build plans and align with finished goods inventory targets.
• Develop, publish, and maintain the production schedule, balancing inventory, resources, and capacity.
• Troubleshoot scheduling problems and consumable variances, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Work cross-functionally with production, engineering and purchasing to identify and escalate scheduling conflicts and capacity constraints.
• Assess the impact of production constraints and escalate critical issues to appropriate stakeholders for risk mitigation and resolution.
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration and accountability, supporting team growth and development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance scheduling procedures and overall efficiency.

Inventory Management

• Analyze raw material availability against production needs to ensure alignment with planning schedules, including adjustments for seasonal peaks and valleys.
• Conduct daily inventory reviews to support upcoming manufacturing schedules using Epicor and Excel tools.
• Audit raw material data versus packing slips; investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Manage planning within inventory targets, labor hours and equipment capacity.
• Ensure incoming raw materials meet quality standards, are stored properly to maintain product integrity, and are received into the ERP system; collaborate with internal work cells to resolve material shortages or delays.
• Escalate persistent supply issues to Procurement and assist in root cause analysis.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by conducting cycle counts and physical inventory counts as required.

Who you are

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent (HSED or GED) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field – highly preferred.
• Minimum 2 - 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on inventory, scheduling and/or production planning.
• Discrete manufacturing experience is highly preferred, but batch manufacturing will be considered.
• Experience working with ERP systems required (Epicor systems experience strongly preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, conditional formatting) and the full Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to thrive in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify root causes, and make sound decisions and corrective actions.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized with a proven track record of accuracy.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with both internal teams and external suppliers.
• On-site presence required at the Benicia, CA manufacturing plant.
• Combination of office and production floor environment.
• Occasional overtime may be required to meet production timelines.

Compensation

The base salary range for this full-time position is $90,000 to $125,000 plus bonus and benefits. The final compensation package will be determined by work experience, education, and skill level, along with internal equity and alignment with geographic market data.