<p>Robert Half is partnering with a distribution client in the recruiting for a Senior Production Planner responsible for developing, coordinating, and optimizing production plans and schedules to support customer demand, inventory objectives, and manufacturing efficiency in an aftermarket organization. The ideal candidate brings strong production planning experience in an aftermarket manufacturing environment, with a proven ability to manage demand variability, support service-level commitments, and collaborate across operations, procurement, inventory, and customer service teams.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a permanent placement opportunity offering full health benefits, competitive salary with annual bonus eligibility, 401k match and generous time off. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, forecasted demand, inventory targets, capacity, and material availability. </li><li>Support aftermarket operations by planning for replacement parts, service part requirements, and short-lead-time customer orders. </li><li>Review and analyze demand trends, inventory levels, open work orders, and backlog to align production priorities with business needs. </li><li>Coordinate closely with purchasing, warehouse, production, and customer service teams to ensure materials and resources are available to meet schedule commitments. </li><li>Monitor production progress and adjust schedules in response to supply disruptions, capacity constraints, engineering changes, and urgent customer demand. </li><li>Use ERP/MRP systems to manage planning activities, identify shortages, release work orders, and recommend corrective actions. </li><li>Partner with procurement to expedite critical materials, resolve shortages, and minimize disruptions to production and customer deliveries. </li><li>Maintain appropriate inventory levels for raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods, and service parts while supporting inventory turn goals. </li><li>Communicate schedule risks, delays, and recovery plans to internal stakeholders in a timely and professional manner. </li><li>Analyze planning and scheduling performance metrics, including on-time delivery, schedule attainment, backlog, and inventory performance. </li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accuracy, lead time reduction, inventory optimization, and production flow.</li><li>Ensure planning parameters, bills of material, lead times, and item master data are maintained accurately within the ERP system. </li></ul>
<p><strong>Warehouse Manager role in Janesville, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is looking for a Warehouse Manager for a manufacturing company in Janesville, WI. This position would oversee inventory operations and support efficient material flow. It is ideal for a hands-on leader who can maintain accurate stock records, guide warehouse personnel, and strengthen day-to-day distribution performance. The role also focuses on improving operational consistency, monitoring key metrics, and ensuring inventory practices align with production needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead daily warehouse and inventory activities to maintain organized storage, timely material movement, and reliable support for assembly line operations.</p><p>• Direct inventory control processes by monitoring stock levels, reconciling discrepancies, and keeping records accurate across warehouse locations.</p><p>• Plan and manage annual physical inventory counts, ensuring preparation, execution, and follow-up actions are completed thoroughly and on schedule.</p><p>• Supervise warehouse team members, set performance expectations, and provide coaching that promotes accountability, safety, and productivity.</p><p>• Track operational performance through KPI reporting, using data to identify trends, highlight issues, and recommend practical improvements.</p><p>• Coordinate warehouse distribution activities to ensure materials and products are received, stored, and delivered efficiently.</p><p>• Evaluate current workflows and implement process improvements that increase accuracy, reduce delays, and strengthen overall warehouse performance.</p><p>• Partner with production and related departments to align inventory availability with manufacturing demand and business priorities.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a manufacturing client in the recruiting for Senior Production Planner responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining production schedules to ensure efficient manufacturing operations, on-time delivery, and optimal inventory levels. In addition to core planning responsibilities, this position will also provide support to the Materials Manager and Senior Buyer by assisting with select purchasing and supplier coordination activities. The ideal candidate will have strong planning expertise, solid ERP/MRP system knowledge, inventory level control and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. </p><p><br></p><p>This is permanent placement opportunity offering full health benefits, annual bonus eligibility, 401k match and generous paid time off. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer demand, inventory targets, capacity, and material availability. </li><li>Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to address changing priorities, shortages, or operational constraints. </li><li>Analyze demand forecasts, work orders, and inventory levels to ensure accurate production planning and timely material flow.</li><li>Coordinate with manufacturing, warehouse, and customer service teams to support on-time order fulfillment. </li><li>Review MRP/ERP outputs and take action to resolve scheduling, capacity, and material-related issues. </li><li>Identify risks to production schedules and escalate supply or capacity concerns proactively. </li><li>Support inventory accuracy and help maintain appropriate stock levels for raw materials, components, and finished goods.</li><li>Assist the Buyer with purchase order placement, supplier follow-up, order confirmations, and tracking delivery dates. </li><li>Communicate with suppliers regarding material availability, expedites, push-outs, and delivery changes.</li><li>Help the Materials Manager analyze material requirements, purchasing priorities, and supply chain performance. </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve planning, purchasing, and inventory control processes. </li><li>Prepare and maintain reports related to production schedules, shortages, supplier status, and key materials metrics. </li><li>Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on scheduling efficiency, inventory optimization, and supplier performance. </li></ul>