Production Planner
Forgent
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
Position Summary
Provide a concise overview of the role’s primary purpose, its contribution to Forgent Power’s mission, and key outcomes expected. The Production Planner ensures manufacturing processes run efficiently and on schedule by creating production plans, managing inventory, and coordinating material flow. The Production Planner will optimize resources to meet customer demand, reduce downtime, and maintain cost-effective operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, manage, and adjust rolling production plan in line with the master production schedule and customer orders
- Execute clear to build process in collaboration with supply chain, engineering, manufacturing, and warehouse operations
- Create work order priorities and sequencing to maximize efficiency and meet customer delivery requirements
- Monitor production progress and address delays or disruptions
- Optimize production capacity, labor, and equipment utilization
- Maintain accurate production planning data in MRP as needed
- Collaborating with commercial team for expedite requests
- Collaborating on NPI projects as needed
- Measure and action KPI performance
- Identify and implement process improvements opportunities
Qualifications
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience in production planning or scheduling
- Software Knowledge: Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuites) and MS Office (specifically Excel)
- Technical Skills: Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP)Technology and supply chain logistics
- Education: A Bachelor's degree, in business or supply chain preferred
Core Competencies & Behaviors
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities to handle production disruptions
- Analytical Skills: High-level data analysis for forecasting and inventory management
- Technical Proficiency: Strong experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems
- Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve production bottlenecks, shortages, or equipment failures proactively
- Communication: Effective coordination with internal teams
- Organization & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet strict deadlines
- Detail-Oriented: Ensuring accuracy in schedules, inventory records, and production reporting
- Resilience & Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing schedules, unexpected delays, and changing customer orders
Working Conditions
Manufacturing setting, ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Ability to lift up to 25-50 lbs, work in varied
conditions, and perform detailed work. Limited Travel.
Disclaimer
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are
not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Forgent Power reserves the right to
modify, interpret, or apply this job description as needed.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Forgent Power is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all
employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,
disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.
Requirements:Vacancy posted 18 days ago
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