Production Planner

Manpower Engineering is partnering with a leader in manufacturing for a Supply Chain/Production Planner. Job Title: Production Planner Location: Bloomington,N (100% onsite) Pay: $38 - $45/hour + (DOE) Duration: 6+ month contract to potential hire Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities Works with other planners to co-ordinate the allocation of materials and plan for future periods as well as to review the current plan. Implements the decisions made by the team by modeling them in the Subassembly Production Schedule, and then manages the entire build from start to finish. Coordinates closely and continually with other planners to update the schedule in accordance with changes to the forecast, changes to tool configurations, inventory, and labor availability, etc. Incorporates ECN changes into existing work orders. Rework orders up to new rev per ECN time release. Communicates production plan changes and potential work stoppage issues. Proactively initiates solutions to scheduling, materials, and manufacturing challenges. Notifies purchasing staff when shortages need to be expedited. Provide input on to the Master Scheduler on item master settings such as Lead-time, Period of supply, Safety stock Generates, communicates, utilizes key performance data relating to schedule commit dates, activity levels, material status, and documentation accuracy to relevant managers Critical Qualification An aptitude for technical product configuration, dates, numbers, and attention to detail Strong tolerance of ever-changing schedules, frequent reprioritization Thrives on fast-paced change and seeks to adapt to customer preferences and volatile market conditions. Identifies opportunities for improvement in all aspects of work and has the initiative to develop and implement solutions to problems encountered. Strong aptitude and competence for all popular business software applications. Oracle EBS experience strongly preferred Education & Experience: BS/BS in Supply Chain Mgmt. or related field. Four+ years of related planning experience in a low volume, high value, custom configured capital equipment manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, standard business practices, and production scheduling methodology. Benefits: Upon completion of waiting period, consultants are eligible for: Medical and Prescription Drug Plans Dental Plan Vision Plan Health Savings Account Health Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Accrued Sick Pay 401(k) About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. #J-18808-Ljbffr