Production Planner - Junior

Exciting Career Opportunity in Memphis, TN!

Randstad, in partnership with our client, is looking for a talented Junior Production Planner to join a dynamic, collaborative team in a vibrant manufacturing environment! If you are looking for a great place to work where your organizational skills directly drive success, we would love to connect with you.

Key Role Details at a Glance

• Job Title: Production Planner - Junior
• Location: Memphis, TN (100% Onsite at Manufacturing Facility)
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Position Type: 6-Month Temporary Contract with possible extension
• Target Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Pay Rate: Up to $35.00 / hour

About the Role

As a Junior Production Planner, you will play a central role in keeping manufacturing operations running smoothly. You will work closely with production leads, supervisors, and master schedulers to ensure production schedules are created, maintained, and delivered seamlessly.

What you will be doing:

• Craft & Execute Schedules: Create and maintain production schedules for manufactured products and components from start to final delivery.
• Ensure "Clear-to-Start": Verify raw material and component availability before generating production orders.
• Monitor Lead Times & Progress: Keep track of production orders from start to finish to guarantee on-time shipping according to forecasts.
• Analyze Capacity: Perform Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) for equipment, shifts, and shutdowns to proactively spot and solve constraints.
• Collaborate Daily: Build strong communication with supervisors, plant departments, and management to keep everything on track.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in production planning or scheduling.
• Education: Business degree preferred (or equivalent practical experience).
• Certifications: Certified in Supply Management (CPM) or other related industry certifications are a plus!
• Skills: Strong organizational mindset, ability to work with production routing sheets and planning systems, and top-tier communication skills.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a welcoming, high-energy manufacturing site that values teamwork, clear communication, and operational excellence. We are actively interviewing and moving quickly to fill this position!

Ready to make an impact? Apply today or send over your resume to get started!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.