Sr. Planner

Job Description: The Sr. Production Planner is responsible for end-to-end production planning for a designated facility, including ownership of scheduling, capacity planning, and material flow across all product lines, including Intermodal operations. This role supports the company’s largest manufacturing site and requires a high level of autonomy, strategic thinking, and cross-functional coordination. Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000 (based on experience). Responsibilities Own the full production planning cycle for the facility, establishing production schedules to meet customer expectations while maintaining a consistent production environment Prepare and consolidate job documentation and instructions for shop floor activities Gather, analyze, plan, and manage production schedules based on capacities of equipment, material, machine, and labor Analyze current and backlog job orders and develop/adjust production plans and schedules accordingly Serve as the primary planning lead for the site, partnering with Plant Leadership on capacity, constraints, and long-range planning decisions Develop and negotiate lead times with commercial and operations teams based on customer requirements and material, labor, and machine capacities; elevate issues to Master Planning for regional resolution Monitor execution of work orders, engineering drawings, and material flow to ensure alignment with established production schedules Review production plans and inventory levels to identify risks and communicate required long-range capacity changes to the Plant Manager and Master Planner Plan and manage inventory to avoid shortages and excesses Review, adjust, and communicate required schedule changes to purchasing, operations, and commercial teams Integrate and manage planning activities for Intermodal operations within the overall production plan Develop and document process improvements for inventory, manufacturing, and production control systems to meet business objectives Investigate production control problems, analyze root causes, and drive resolution of complex planning issues across functions Act as an escalation point for planning-related challenges and lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts Build and maintain strong relationships with operations and commercial teams to meet customer demand and productivity goals Work with materials, manufacturing, and purchasing teams to identify and resolve production planning issues Identify root causes of issues and develop actionable plans for long-term improvements Interpret and analyze data to provide actionable insights that influence plant-level decision-making and operational strategy Requirements Ability to handle multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment 7-10 years of planning experience in a manufacturing environment Ability to interact with all levels within the organizations, both internal and external High-level analytical experience Ability to maintain accurate records Ability to maintain excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work in manufacturing shop floor environment Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Power Point Minimum Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Business or equivalent job experience Company Benefits: • 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans • Prescription (Rx) Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) • 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans • Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s) • Health Care FSA • Dependent Care FSA • Company Paid Base Life Insurance • Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance • Company Paid Disability Insurance ▪ Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance • 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match • Voluntary Pet Insurance • Vacation and Personal/Sick Time • Paid Grandparent Leave • Paid Bonding Leave • Adoption Assistance • Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement) About Wastequip Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly. While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all. Join North America’s Largest Manufacturer of Waste Handling Systems! At Wastequip, we’re more than just a manufacturer—we’re the only all-in-one solutions provider in the waste industry. From carts and containers to hoists, trucks, parts, service, and cutting-edge technology, we power the entire waste management process. As North America’s leading waste-handling equipment manufacturer, we’re not just shaping the industry—we’re driving innovation and sustainability. With continuous growth and new opportunities, Wastequip is the perfect place to build a rewarding career and make a real impact. Come be part of a team that’s shaping the future of waste management! So Many Reasons to Join the Wastequip Team Wastequip strives to attract top talent through a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans. Here’s a brief overview of our benefits: Health Care. Our health care benefits include medical, dental and vision plans for all regular, full-time employees. Short- and Long-Term Disability. Wastequip pays for non-occupational illnesses and injuries at no cost to employees. This benefit is available to all regular, full-time employees. 401k Retirement Plan. Employees can contribute a percentage of their weekly gross wages, up to the annual IRS maximum, and Wastequip will provide a company match. Paid Time Off (PTO). Wastequip offers a flexible approach to time off. Our policy allows employees to set their own priorities and receive regular pay for vacation, illness, family emergencies, personal time, inclement weather, personally observed holidays and more. Holidays. Wastequip observes 10 paid company holidays during each calendar year. Tuition Reimbursement. Wastequip understands the importance of personal and professional development and encourages employees to continue their professional education. To support employee career development, we have established a reimbursement program that covers expenses for approved coursework. Wastequip’s internship program provides students and recent graduates with incredible career-related experiences. We strive to give our interns transferrable skills, networking opportunities and strong professional portfolios. We offer paid summer internships in the following departments: Research Marketing IT Operations Human Resources ... and more Wastequip is committed to developing our employees. We provide each individual with the resources and support necessary to grow personally and professionally. Our career growth tools include company training, off-site classes, cross-divisional experiences, collaborative projects and more. We offer our employees the opportunity to share their creativity in an open environment and encourage them to offer new ideas to improve efficiency, effectiveness and profitability in every area of the company. Because we invest in our employees, Wastequip is committed to promoting from within and identifying future leaders from our own workforce. Wastequip actively supports charitable activities across all divisions through employee time, monetary and product donations. Each division has the flexibility to identify and support the charitable causes that are most important to the employees and the communities in which they work. Employee-designed volunteer and charitable programs have a huge impact on smaller communities and organizations that might otherwise be overlooked. Our employees have participated in the following charitable activities: Community cleanups Charity runs/walks Local food bank donations School supplies donations Wastequip is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. All qualified applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for employment without regarding to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other class protected by applicable law. Wastequip will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if requested.