TN Production Planner/Scheduler

Production Planner / SchedulerOnsite/ Working at Manufacturing/Industrial FacilityDirect Hire/Perm/Full-TimePlease apply where this is posted and email me at View email address on click.appcast.io and let's discuss the fit, your search goals, and all in a quick phone call!A growing consumer product manufacturing organization is seeking a Production Planner / Scheduler to coordinate production schedules, inventory requirements, and material availability to support on-time customer deliveries.This role works closely with operations, warehouse, purchasing, and supply chain teams to ensure efficient production flow and optimal inventory levels, working with demand schedules, deliverability scheduling, ensuring proper materials/product exists for manufacturing needs, and working with suppliers on the outside and team leaders internally to make sure everyone is IN THE LOOP on when product/raw materials are set to be available/arrive.Much of your day to day duties will include the following:Develop and maintain daily and weekly production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory targets, and manufacturing capacity.Monitor production performance and adjust schedules to address changing priorities, material shortages, or operational constraints.Create, release, and close production work orders within the ERP system.Coordinate with purchasing, inventory, warehouse, and manufacturing teams to ensure material availability and production readiness.Utilize MRP and ERP tools to support inventory accuracy and customer service objectives.Track inventory transactions and identify excess, obsolete, or non-moving materials.Maintain accurate production, inventory, and planning data within business systems.Communicate schedule updates, material changes, and production priorities across departments.Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, inventory control, and operational efficiency.QualificationsWe are seeking those with 2-3 or more years of production planning, scheduling, materials planning, or manufacturing operations experience.Experience working in a manufacturing environment, working with both floor level production leaders and with strategic planning team members on production and raw material scheduling and deliverables.Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.BenefitsMedical InsurancePrescription Drug PlanDental/Vision InsuranceEmployee Incentive PlanFlexible Spending AccountCash Accumulation Plan-401KLife/AD&D InsuranceShort- Term/Long-Term DisabilityVacation PlanPaid HolidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramAdoption Assistance ProgramTuition ReimbursementMaternity/Paternity LeavePet Insurance