Production Planning Manager

Eligible candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship. Tulsa, OK | Full-Time | Monday-Friday | On-Site Compensation & Benefits Competitive Salary: $88,000-93,000 Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off & Company Holidays Company Profit Sharing Stable organization with long-term career growth Build It. Coordinate It. Deliver It. We’re partnering with a well‑established industrial manufacturer seeking an experienced Manufacturing Project Manager to oversee complex customer projects from order release through final shipment. This is a highly visible role where you will become the central point of communication between customers and internal teams, ensuring every project stays on schedule, within scope, and moving efficiently through engineering, purchasing, production, quality, and shipping. If you’ve managed engineered products in a manufacturing environment and enjoy keeping multiple moving pieces aligned, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a measurable impact. What You’ll Own Project Management Lead multiple customer projects simultaneously from kickoff through final delivery. Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and critical timelines. Monitor project progress while identifying risks before they become delays. Ensure projects remain aligned with customer expectations and internal commitments. Customer & Internal Communication Serve as the primary point of contact throughout the life of each project. Provide regular project updates regarding schedule, milestones, and deliverables. Build strong relationships with customers while coordinating priorities across internal departments. Lead project meetings and communicate status to leadership and key stakeholders. Manufacturing Coordination Partner closely with Engineering, Purchasing, Production, Planning, Quality, and Shipping. Coordinate manufacturing schedules to support on‑time completion. Help resolve production challenges that could impact project timelines. Support shipment planning and final product delivery. Continuous Improvement Maintain accurate project documentation and ERP records. Improve communication, workflow efficiency, and project execution processes. Promote accountability while helping cross‑functional teams achieve project goals. What We’re Looking For 5+ years of Project Management experience within a manufacturing, industrial, or engineered products environment. Experience managing multiple customer‑driven projects simultaneously. Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and production scheduling. Ability to coordinate engineering, purchasing, production, quality, and logistics activities. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Strong problem‑solving abilities with a proactive approach to project execution. Experience with ERP systems and project scheduling software preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Industrial Management, or related field preferred. PMP certification or formal Project Management training is a plus. Ideal Industry Background Industrial Manufacturing OEM Manufacturing Engineered‑to‑Order Equipment Custom Fabrication Heavy Industrial Equipment Mechanical Systems Process Equipment Capital Equipment Pressure Vessels Heat Transfer Equipment Rotating Equipment Industrial Skid Systems You’ll Excel Here If You… Enjoy balancing multiple priorities without losing attention to detail. Thrive in fast‑paced manufacturing environments. Can confidently communicate with both customers and internal operations teams. Anticipate problems before they impact production schedules. Take ownership and drive projects from start to successful completion. Build trust across departments while keeping projects moving forward. Work Environment This position is primarily office‑based with frequent interaction throughout an active manufacturing facility. Regular collaboration with production, engineering, and operations teams is expected. PPE—including safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear—is required when entering production areas. The manufacturing environment includes typical industrial conditions such as noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. Why This Opportunity? This role offers the chance to become a key contributor within a growing industrial manufacturer where project management plays a critical role in customer satisfaction and operational success. You’ll have the opportunity to lead challenging, high‑visibility projects while working alongside experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals in an environment that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr