We are looking for a skilled Production Planner to join our team in Lansing, Michigan. In this Contract to permanent role, you will play a pivotal part in optimizing production schedules, ensuring efficient resource utilization, and maintaining alignment with business needs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate across departments and contribute to the success of a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules that align with engineering plans, customer demands, and operational capabilities.• Optimize sequencing, lead times, and resource allocation to achieve shipment targets and service level goals.• Conduct capacity analyses and translate forecasted demand into actionable production plans.• Identify and address production constraints related to materials, labor, equipment, or demand fluctuations.• Utilize ERP systems, such as Microsoft Dynamics, to manage material planning, inventory accuracy, and schedule execution.• Coordinate procurement activities to ensure timely availability of materials required for production.• Analyze production data and key performance indicators to support decision-making and drive process improvements.• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to review and maintain accurate documentation, including SOPs and BOMs.• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements throughout planning processes.• Provide guidance to entry level planners and contribute to cross-functional strategy discussions to enhance efficiency.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing production planning or scheduling. • Proficiency in ERP systems, with experience in finite scheduling and capacity planning. • Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to solve complex problems independently. • Experience managing purchase requests and coordinating materials for production activities. • Knowledge of supply chain logistics and global supply chain management. • Familiarity with manufacturing quality systems and document control practices. • Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Operations Management. • Experience working in regulated, high-mix, or high-volume manufacturing environments is a plus.

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Lansing, MI
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
26.91 - 31.16 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Production Planner to join our team in Lansing, Michigan. In this Contract to permanent role, you will play a pivotal part in optimizing production schedules, ensuring efficient resource utilization, and maintaining alignment with business needs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate across departments and contribute to the success of a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules that align with engineering plans, customer demands, and operational capabilities.• Optimize sequencing, lead times, and resource allocation to achieve shipment targets and service level goals.• Conduct capacity analyses and translate forecasted demand into actionable production plans.• Identify and address production constraints related to materials, labor, equipment, or demand fluctuations.• Utilize ERP systems, such as Microsoft Dynamics, to manage material planning, inventory accuracy, and schedule execution.• Coordinate procurement activities to ensure timely availability of materials required for production.• Analyze production data and key performance indicators to support decision-making and drive process improvements.• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to review and maintain accurate documentation, including SOPs and BOMs.• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements throughout planning processes.• Provide guidance to entry level planners and contribute to cross-functional strategy discussions to enhance efficiency.
2025-12-19T14:44:09Z

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