Assistant Production Planner

Schedule: FT/Days 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, materials, and available capacity.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to release and track manufacturing orders.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Work with Production and Maintenance to address scheduling changes, downtime, and resource needs.
• Monitor production progress and help identify potential delays or bottlenecks.
• Track production metrics and prepare reports as needed.
• Support inventory management and the flow of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Participate in production planning meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide supervisors with updated schedules and support daily workflow coordination.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of production planning or scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Precision metal manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Drug screen and background check required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored visa support.