Production Planner - Manufacturing - Miramar, FL

This role reports to the Production Manager and is responsible for:

• Reviewing demand forecasts, production schedules, and customer requirements to develop production and material plans
• Coordinating production priorities to support on-time manufacturing and delivery objectives
• Maintaining inventory levels while preventing material shortages and excess stock
• Collaborating with purchasing teams to support procurement activities and timely material availability
• Monitoring supplier performance, lead times, and delivery schedules while expediting critical materials as needed
• Maintaining accurate planning parameters and transactional data within ERP/MRP systems
• Partnering with manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth material flow
• Identifying potential supply chain risks and supporting mitigation strategies
• Analyzing inventory, shortages, and planning performance metrics
• Generating reports and providing recommendations to improve production planning effectiveness

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Become a key player in a growing company! Become part of a company with a strong culture and family feel

The successful candidate will have:

• Possessing 3+ years of production planning, material planning, supply chain, or purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrating strong ERP/MRP systems experience
• Utilizing advanced Excel and data analysis skills
• Holding a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred
• Understanding inventory management, production scheduling, and supply planning principles
• Demonstrating strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Collaborating effectively across operations, purchasing, and manufacturing teams
• Bringing aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience as a plus

This organization develops and manufactures highly engineered systems used in mission-critical transportation and mobility applications. Its products support customers operating in highly regulated industries where performance, reliability, and safety are essential.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance with coverage effective after 30 days
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
• Two weeks of paid time off plus a company-wide shutdown during Christmas
• Paid company holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Stable manufacturing environment with opportunities for professional growth
• Exposure to aerospace, defense, motorsports, and automotive industries
• Opportunity to work for a global leader in advanced safety and restraint technologies