We are looking for a skilled Planner to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on a long-term contract basis. This role focuses on coordinating and optimizing production schedules, inventory management, and ensuring customer orders are fulfilled efficiently and on time. As part of a dynamic environment within the semi-conductor and electric component manufacturing industry, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and execute production schedules to ensure timely delivery of customer orders while optimizing inventory and operational costs.<br>• Monitor and analyze on-time performance and inventory levels, identifying root causes for discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.<br>• Establish inventory planning parameters to minimize excess inventory and maintain optimal stock levels.<br>• Review sales orders and provide updates on recovery plans, risks, opportunities, and corrective measures.<br>• Lead and support process improvements using lean manufacturing principles, such as defect reduction and effective daily management.<br>• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by implementing streamlined processes and reducing waste.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to enhance value streams, standardize workflows, and achieve operational goals.<br>• Investigate and resolve issues related to tooling, fixtures, and special processes to improve production efficiency.<br>• Create and maintain process routings and setup instructions for manufacturing parts and assemblies.<br>• Generate status reports and share critical insights to support cross-functional teams and ensure on-time delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.<br>• At least 3 years of experience in production planning and inventory control.<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access.<br>• Familiarity with capacity planning and inventory management systems.<br>• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze data effectively.<br>• Practical knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and their application.<br>• Proven problem-solving skills using lean methodologies.<br>• Experience with SAP Production Planning (PP) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.

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