Manufacturing Planning Manager, Sheet Metal Value Stream

Job Description

Job Description

Are You Ready to Orchestrate the Flow?

Imagine walking into our Milwaukee, WI 53224 sheet metal facility and seeing every work center synchronized—materials ready, people aligned, and a plan that adapts in real time. As our Manufacturing Planning Manager, you turn that vision into the daily reality.

Your Mission

• Translate demand into precise production schedules that maximize capacity and meet customer commitments.
• Lead and elevate a team of planners and production personnel; create an inclusive, performance-driven culture.
• Drive lean improvements that streamline processes, reduce waste, and shorten lead times.
• Harness ERP data to manage inventory positions, monitor WIP, and execute schedule changes quickly.
• Collaborate across operations, purchasing, engineering, and quality to eliminate constraints.
• Continuously review KPIs and adjust plans to ensure operational targets are met.
• Coach, train, and mentor team members to expand skills and accelerate careers.

What Sets You Up for Success

• Planning experience in manufacturing; background in sheet metal fabrication is a plus.
• Proven leadership that develops people and lifts team performance.
• Applied knowledge of lean manufacturing, with measurable results.
• Scheduling mastery and an aptitude for optimizing complex workflows.
• Proficiency with ERP platforms; specific system experience is welcomed.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; decisions grounded in data.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels and functions.

Strengths We Value

• Leadership / People Management
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Scheduling Experience

Tools of the Trade

• ERP Software