Manufacturing Operations Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Manufacturing Operations Planner

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position : Manufacturing Production Planner

Position Status : Salary Exempt

Reports To : Supply Chain Director

Location: Bond St. in Green Bay or American Blvd. in De Pere, Wisconsin.

About FyterTech:

Are you ready to join an organization where you are able to make a significant daily impact? An organization where you will be a major contributor to the growth and strength of our organization? Where you will be contributing to the betterment of the environment and our communities? Then FyterTech is the place for you to make your next and best career move.

FyterTech Nonwovens is a market-leading materials manufacturer of nonwoven high-tech products that are used in a variety of settings. Applications include cleaning up the spills one could expect to see in hospitals, laboratories, oil spills and grocery stores – just to name a few. As a market leader in our industry, we are looking for someone with a competitive edge to help drive a can-do collaborative culture.

Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Operations Planner position’s primary responsibility is managing daily systems, processes and procedures governing the end-to-end process for planning and scheduling production that supports our quality, cost, and order fulfillment requirements. This position will also track sales orders, monitor inventory levels, as well as monitor metrics and audit processes.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead production planning for three Meltblown assets and oversee all planning activities
• Mentor the Planner role and provide backup support for Planning and Purchasing as needed
• Develop and manage cost‑effective production schedules that meet customer demand
• Communicate demand or schedule issues to customer service, supply chain, operations, and management
• Optimize production sequences to maximize asset utilization and minimize delays
• Support continuous improvement in production, distribution, and logistics processes
• Manage WIP and finished goods inventory strategies to meet cost and service goals
• Communicate schedule changes and BOM updates to operators
• Represent planning on cross‑functional projects, including ERP/NetSuite updates and new product/customer initiatives
• Participate in interviews, performance reviews, and advancement discussions
• Promote and enforce safe work practices
• Manage NetSuite transactions to maintain planning efficiency
• Contribute to achieving daily and monthly planning and customer service metrics
• Monitor workflow, identify inefficiencies, reduce costs, and take corrective action
• Partner with HR to resolve personnel issues when necessary
• Work independently with strong motivation and a positive, solution-focused attitude
• Capable of light physical activity and extended periods of sitting or standing
• Organized, analytical, creative, and adaptable in problem‑solving
• Assist in resolving supply chain issues through collaboration
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Track, report, and manage projects from initiation through completion
• Participate in ongoing training and development
• Perform additional duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• 3–5 years of experience in a Planner or similar role
• Strong track record of successful planning
• Able to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on timely, complete updates
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational abilities
• Skilled in facilitating small group discussions
• Able to hold team members accountable
• Effective at prioritizing, meeting deadlines, and managing time with minimal supervision
• Provides constructive feedback to colleagues
• Responds to internal and external customers with urgency
• Proactive in improving customer satisfaction and company profitability
• Reliable team player committed to continuous improvement
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and standard logistics software
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Enjoys working in a collaborative team environment

Work Relationship and Scope:

Reports to the Supply Chain Director. Works closely with the Planner, Supply Chain, and all other colleagues at FyterTech to accomplish established goals.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

It is the policy of FyterTech to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran, or military status, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.