Production Planner

Job Description Job Description Position Summary The Production Planner / Master Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring the flow of products throughout the production cycle. This role ensures production lines are effectively scheduled to meet customer delivery commitments while supporting internal financial and operational goals. This position will be leveled based on experience, with opportunities to take on increased ownership and strategic planning responsibilities at the Master Planner level. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment supporting operations at a dedicated Frito-Lay facility. This role requires daily on-site presence at the facility to support real-time production planning, inventory accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this position. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Plan, prepare, issue, and maintain production schedules to support a smooth and controlled production flow Schedule production lines and confirm material availability to meet production requirements Develop and maintain the master production schedule (MPS) Prepare work orders and purchase requests based on production requirements Track material requirements to ensure approved materials are available when needed Review and monitor inventory status to maintain a minimum of 99% inventory accuracy Take corrective action with internal teams to resolve scheduling or inventory issues Participate in daily/weekly production meetings and communicate schedule changes in a timely manner Collaborate closely with Production, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Shipping/Receiving teams Support operational goals including production attainment, inventory accuracy, and on-time shipment performance Identify risks to production or delivery schedules and coordinate solutions with internal stakeholders Qualifications General Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills Professional and effective communicator with internal teams and external partners Strong time management and multitasking abilities Willingness to work additional hours as needed Ability to work on-site full time (not eligible for remote work) Authorized to work in the U.S. and at least 18 years of age Education & Experience Bachelors degree preferred (not required) High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred 1+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations Experience developing or supporting production schedules in a manufacturing environment preferred Hands-on experience with WMS and/or ERP systems (2+ years preferred) Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage priorities, lead times, and scheduling constraints Computer Skills Proficient in Windows-based systems Intermediate or higher proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word Other Skills Strong verbal and written communication skills in English Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus Results-driven and goal-oriented Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions Company Description Specialized Recruiting Division of Express Employment Professionals -texas-arlington Express Employment Professionals View email address on click.appcast.io Company Description Specialized Recruiting Division of Express Employment Professionals\n Employment Professionals\View email address on click.appcast.io