Production Planner

Do you have experience as a production Planner? If you answered yes! Manpower would like to speak to you about our production planner opportunity in Carson, CA. 

What's in it for you? 

• Monday-Friday weekends when needed
• 1st Shift hours 7:30am-4:00pm
• $35.00 - 40.00 P/H (weekly pay) based on experience
• Contract can become temp to perm

What you will be doing? 

• Develops and maintains master production schedules, leveraging the ERP/MRP system for accurate capacity planning, production pitch, and cell planning to ensure on-time delivery and operational efficiency.
• Monitors and revises schedules in response to changes in order priorities, material availability, and vendor issues, while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.
• Serves as the primary point of communication for production progress, delays, and forecast adjustments, providing clear and timely updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilizes capacity analysis tools to anticipate and address potential bottlenecks, ensuring personnel and equipment are appropriately allocated.
• Plans and coordinates production for a mix of standard, custom, samples, and one-off products, including managing components, hardware, felt, metal assemblies, LED lighting systems, and custom packaging/crating solutions.
• Trains and mentors team members on production planning processes and tools, fostering a collaborative and adaptable culture.

Who we are looking for: 

• 5 or more years of experience as a production planner.  
• Initiative-taking and able to work with minimal supervision but also a good collaborator with members of other departments.
• Demonstrated expertise in ERP/MRP systems (Syteline and/or SAP preferred) with strong capabilities in system optimization and maintenance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) strongly preferred. 
• Detail oriented and organized with an ability to work independently. 
• Able to undergo a background check and drug test. 

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the city of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative of Hiring Ordinance.