Production Control Planner

Production Control PlannerThe Production Control Planner is responsible for coordinating daily production activities to ensure materials, work orders, and schedules are executed efficiently. This role supports on-time delivery by managing work order release, tracking production progress, resolving shortages, and maintaining accurate system data.• Release, schedule, and manage work orders in alignment with the master production schedule. • Coordinate with Production, Procurement, and Warehouse to ensure material availability and readiness for manufacturing. • Monitor WIP (work-in-process) and production progress; identify delays, bottlenecks, or shortages and escalate as needed. • Track and prioritize orders to support on-time delivery, including expedites and schedule adjustments. • Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems, including work order status, lead times, and inventory transactions. • Communicate daily production status, risks, and recovery plans to cross-functional teams. • Support inventory control by monitoring shortages, excess, and slow-moving materials. • Assist in capacity coordination by highlighting constraints and supporting scheduling adjustments. • Prepare and maintain reports on production performance, WIP status, and delivery metrics. • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production flow, data accuracy, and process efficiency.• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). • 2–4 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations. • Basic understanding of MRP/ERP systems and production control processes. • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. • Good analytical and problem-solving skills. • Effective communication and coordination skills with cross-functional teams.• 100% company-paid health insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) for employees • Life and AD&D insurance • Paid time off and 10-holiday pay • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) • 401k with company matching up to 4% Compensation: $30.00 - $42.00 per hour