Production Planner

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate production workflows for one or multiple products
• Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimal delays
• Determine manpower, equipment, and raw materials needed to fulfill production demand
• Assign workers and other staff to specific production operations
• Schedule shifts according to production requirements
• Monitor jobs to ensure on-time completion and adherence to budget constraints
• Address issues as they arise, aiming for minimal disruption
• Gather output data (number of finished products, percentage of defectives, etc.)
• Prepare and submit status and performance reports
• Maintain organized documentation
• Collaborate with quality control, warehouse, and other staff members

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• To carry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and departmental works instructions.
• To contribute to general improvements in the quality of key activities within the department.
• Comply with all Keystone Tower Systems Company and HSE procedures and policies.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Further education or certification is preferred
• Experience with MRP II (Manufacturing Resource Planning)
• Experience in a factory manufacturing environment preferred

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems
• Strong mathematical and statistical abilities
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts preferred
• Proven experience as a production planner
• Excellent knowledge of production planning and quality control principles

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Starting in 2026, FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.