Production Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Fluidra’s looking for a  Production Planner to join our team in Jacksonville, FL.

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE  

The Production Planner owns the finite production schedule and materials plan to achieve on-time delivery (OTD), optimal capacity utilization, and minimal expedite activity. This role converts demand (orders, forecasts, and opportunities) into an executable plan, orchestrates cross-functional handoffs, and proactively communicates risks and recovery plans. The Production Planner is the primary owner for scheduling and inventory shortage identification and supports Customer Service with status updates and Operations with execution. Additionally, you will: 

Production Planning Scheduling  

• Build and maintain the production schedule across multiple production departments by aligning load with capacity and labor constraints. 

• Convert sales orders, forecasts, and backlog into executable work orders or jobs with realistic start/finish dates; sequence jobs to meet promised dates and minimize changeovers. 

• Balance short-term expedites with long-term stability; run what-if scenarios for demand/supply changes. 

Date Promising & Order Status  

• Publish realistic promise dates and reschedules based on capacity and constraints; provide timely updates to Customer Service for customer communication. 

• Flag risks proactively (stockout constraints and/or machine(s) down) 

• Strong cross-functional communication; capable of translating constraints into clear customer-facing updates via Customer Service 

Shop Floor Execution Support  

• Release and maintain a clean queue of work orders; monitor WIP aging and bottlenecks; trigger de-expedites when appropriate. 

• Partner with Operations Supervisors to level-load shifts/cells and realign schedules after unplanned events. 

Data, Systems & Governance  

• Maintain accurate scheduling data in ERP/MRP (dates, priorities, statuses); drive discipline in work order start/complete transactions and close-out. 

• Support document accuracy by ensuring planning fields reflect the latest MOS/Router and BOM revisions (owned by Process Engineering; Operations final 

WHAT WE SEEK

• 2+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, manufacturing operations, supply chain, or related manufacturing environment preferred. 

• Experience required to use ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications required. 

• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with multiple production lines or departments preferred. 

• APICS/CPIM certification or related supply chain/planning certification is a plus. 

• Strong understanding of production scheduling, capacity planning, inventory control, and material flow. 

• Ability to analyze data and make decisions in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. 

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining schedule stability and customer commitments. 

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. 

• Ability to work cross-functionally with Operations, Purchasing, Inventory, Engineering, and Customer Service teams. 

• Understanding of FIFO principles, OTIF/OTD metrics, and manufacturing workflows. 

• Ability to identify risks proactively and escalate issues appropriately. 

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class.  Employees work under typical office and manufacturing floor conditions.  

• Regular exposure to production floor conditions including noise, moving machinery, forklifts, and varying temperatures.  

• Must follow all company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering production areas.  

• Fast-paced environment requiring frequent interaction with multiple departments and shifting production priorities.  

An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 11 paid Holidays
• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• Generous product discounts

WHO WE ARE

Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP, S.R. Smith, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects®, Dell® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do:  passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt,  excellence and innovation.

Don't meet every single requirement listed? At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization. Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

#FluidraNA

#ZR