Production Planner

Production PlannerThe Production Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules that balance customer demand and manufacturing capacity. This individual will also ensure optimal inventory and material availability through purchase order placement and communication with external suppliers. This role partners with Manufacturing, Customer Service, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure on-time delivery while optimizing efficiency and supporting operational excellence.What you'll do:Production scheduling: Develop and maintain production schedules that balance customer demand and manufacturing capacity, reviewing forecasts, inventory, and material availability to build achievable production plans.Schedule attainment & prioritization: Monitor schedule attainment and adjust priorities as business needs change to keep production aligned with demand.Material & purchasing coordination: Coordinate with Purchasing to ensure material availability, and place purchase orders for raw components to support the production plan.Cross-functional problem solving: Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, Customer Service, and Quality to resolve production constraints and keep orders on track.Systems & data management: Maintain planning data within ERP/MRP systems to ensure accurate, real-time visibility into schedules and materials.Performance & KPI tracking: Analyze KPIs including on-time delivery, inventory, and schedule adherence to drive continuous improvement.Communication & expediting: Facilitate clear communication and support the expedite process with both internal customers and external suppliers.Continuous improvement: Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives across the planning and scheduling process.What you'll need to succeed?Associate degree preferred, or equivalent experience3-5 years of experience in Planning, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Manufacturing preferredERP/MRP systems experience requiredAdvanced Excel skillsStrong analytical problem-solving and cross-functional communication skillsCustomer-focused mindsetPreferred qualifications:Oracle ERP experienceLean experience or certificationBenefits: The Watlow Total Compensation PlanThe health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits:Annual Incentive Program401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performanceWellness incentivesEmployee Personal Assistance ProgramDental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurancePaid holidays, personal time, and vacationParental leaveTuition reimbursementDiversity & InclusionWe proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at View email address on click.appcast.io.