Production Planner

Production PlannerLocation: Kern County, CA | On-siteSalary: $75,000-$90,000 + Annual BonusWhy This Opportunity Stands Out:Direct impact on production efficiency, inventory performance, and customer service resultsHigh visibility across operations, supply chain, procurement, logistics, and leadership teamsOpportunity to expand expertise in manufacturing planning and supply chain operationsStable organization with long-term growth opportunitiesExposure to ERP systems, inventory management, production scheduling, and purchasing processesAnnual bonus opportunity in addition to competitive base salary401(k) with generous company matchComprehensive health and dental benefitsPaid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid holidaysCareer development through cross-functional collaboration and leadership exposureKey Responsibilities for the Production Planner:Develop, maintain, and communicate production schedules for assigned facilitiesBalance customer demand, production capacity, inventory targets, and material availabilityCoordinate production timing, sequencing, and resource requirements with operations teamsMonitor forecasts, sales orders, inventory levels, and safety stock requirementsAdjust plans based on changing demand, supply constraints, weather impacts, and logistics considerationsSupport purchasing activities, supplier coordination, and material availability trackingQualifications for the Production Planner:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field2-5 years of experience in production planning, materials planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operationsExperience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar platformsStrong Microsoft Excel and overall Microsoft Office proficiencyExperience managing production schedules, inventory, materials, or demand planningManufacturing environment experience preferred