Production Planner

Production Planner

$70,000 - $80,000 + 5% Annual Bonus + Specialist Training + Progression to Senior Production Planner + Medical + Dental + Vision + Life + Disability + 401(k) + Tuition Assistance + 18 Days PTO + 10 Holidays + Remote Mondays & Fridays + Weekends Off!

Chicago, IL

Are you a Production Planner from a manufacturing background looking to take on a key strategic role within a global organization that is number one in its industry?

On offer is the chance to take ownership of planning across the company's production network, backed by specialist training and a centralized planning team, helping you progress into a Senior Production Planner in the future.

This well-established company is ranked number one in its industry and is going through a period of rapid expansion. With a varied product range serving customers worldwide, they are known for reinvesting in their people through exceptional training, a collaborative culture, and a secure, supportive environment.

In this role, you will take ownership of production planning and inventory across multiple production sites, working closely with the centralized planning team to meet customer demand and keep on-time delivery above target. You will resolve system delays, optimize inventory and capacity, and apply Lean Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement, with full support and industry-specific training to develop your skills.

This role is perfect for a Production Planner from a manufacturing background with MRP experience, looking for a fast-paced, strategic role with a clear path to Senior Production Planner.

The Role:

• Owning production schedules and inventory across multiple sites to meet customer demand.
• Optimizing inventory and capacity while resolving system delays to protect on-time delivery.
• Applying Lean Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement, with specialist training provided.

The Person:

• Production planning experience from a manufacturing background with any MRP system.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Looking for a strategic role with a clear route to Senior Production Planner.

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