Operations Planner

Job Title: Operations Planner As an Operations Planner, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining master production schedules and detailed build plans. You will plan and balance capacity across assembly, test, and manufacturing resources. Your role will involve releasing and managing work orders in alignment with demand and material availability, as well as leading coordination with the supply chain to ensure timely availability of electronic and mechanical components. Responsibilities Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address constraints, shortages, or priority changes. Collaborate with engineering to ensure BOM accuracy, routing, and manufacturing documentation support production needs. Support the implementation of engineering changes with minimal impact on ongoing production. Track and report operational KPIs including on-time delivery, schedule adherence, WIP, and capacity utilization. Identify planning inefficiencies and support continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Skills 5+ years of experience in production or operations planning within a manufacturing environment. Hands‑on experience with ERP/MRP systems. Strong understanding of electromechanical assembly and production processes. Experience in high‑mix, low‑to‑mid volume manufacturing. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with ISO 9001 or regulated manufacturing environments. Knowledge of Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies. Advanced Excel or production planning tool proficiency. Work Environment The role requires onsite presence and reports directly to the CEO and Production Manager. The company is experiencing significant growth, introducing new products, and requires support to help grow the business. Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of Fair Lawn, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.07 – $62.50 per hour. Benefits available for this temporary role include: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr