Production Planner Jobs

A Production Planner in the manufacturing industry is responsible for planning and organizing production schedules, assessing project and resource requirements, and estimating, negotiating, and agreeing on budgets and timelines with clients and managers. They also ensure that the manufacturing process meets health and safety regulations, and they oversee product standards and implement quality control programs. Their role is pivotal in coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials within or among departments according to production schedules. They also confer with department supervisors to determine progress of work and to provide information on changes in processing methods received from methods or engineering departments.

Important skills for a Production Planner include analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and negotiation skills, a thorough understanding of production procedures, and the ability to plan and prioritize work. They should also have knowledge of production planning and quality control principles, and be experienced in reading and understanding product schematics and blueprints. Certifications in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) from APICS can be advantageous in this role. Prior to becoming a Production Planner, individuals might have roles such as Production Coordinator, Production Supervisor, or Inventory Analyst.

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Seasonal Manpower Production Scheduler

  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Primo Brands is looking for a Seasonal Manpower Production Scheduler to support customer demand....

Production Scheduler

  • Parkston, SD
  • 27 days ago
  • Parkston, SD
  • 27 days ago

Key Responsibilities: * Production Planning: Develop and implement production schedules, ensure optimal resource allocation, and manage production workflows to meet production targets and deadlines....

Manufacturing Production Planner

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 hours ago

An innovative manufacturer is hiring a Production Planner in Raleigh, this opportunity provides an interesting and complex work environment along with excellent long term growth potential....

Assistant Production Planner

  • Pulaski, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Pulaski, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Regularly review on hand inventory against the requirements of the production plan Release production travelers to the floor, ensuring all information is accurate and drawings are current....

Global Supply Planner

  • Lawrence, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lawrence, MA
  • 11 hours ago

They will represent planning in cross-functional activities to ensure aligned expectations regarding the footwear production schedule and shipments....

Production Planner

  • Wilson, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Wilson, NC
  • 11 hours ago

Leadtime-Provides material order cycle times with the purpose of learning how it affects production scheduling....

Production Control Clerk - Immediately Hiring

  • Hartville, OH
  • 15 hours ago
  • Hartville, OH
  • 15 hours ago

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a skilled and motivated Production Control Clerk to join our team....

Production Planner

  • Dallas, NC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Dallas, NC
  • 19 hours ago

Masis Professional Group is assisting a client company that uses injection molding technology in searching for a Production Planner in Dallas, North Carolina....

Production Scheduler - R102147-3948

  • Rockford, IL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 19 hours ago

scheduling / production planning 5+ Years of operations experience in a manufacturing environment preferred Experience in forecasting, planning, and inventory analytics/data Strong skills and experience...

Production Planner

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 19 hours ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 19 hours ago

What we are looking for: Grammer is looking for a Production Planner to join our team in Shannon, MS. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment....

Production Planner - Part Time

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 19 hours ago

Distribute production schedules or work orders to departments....

Production Control Coordinator I

  • Monroe, NC
  • 20 hours ago
  • Monroe, NC
  • 20 hours ago

Summary The Production Control Coordinator I is responsible for managing production workflow, monitoring job schedules, deploying incoming jobs into production, providing quality assurance and inventory...

Production Planner

  • Geneva, NY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Geneva, NY
  • 20 hours ago

Production Planner Location(s) Geneva, New York Company Guardian Glass Career Field Operations & Manufacturing Job Number 169707 Your Job Guardian Glass is looking for a Production Planner to join our...

Production Planner

  • Sauk Rapids, MN
  • 20 hours ago
  • Sauk Rapids, MN
  • 20 hours ago

Manufacturing concepts If the Production Planner role in Sauk Rapids, MN, catches your interest, click the APPLY NOW Contact Lanee' Davis at ... or via email at ......

Production Scheduler

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 22 hours ago

Coordinate with Production Managers, Production Control, and Operation Planners to understand changes that impact delivery schedules. Update schedules accordingly....

Production Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Lean Production
Learn how to apply key elements of Lean Production, from minimizing inventory and reducing setup times, to using 5S and Kaizen, in order to improve quality and productivity in your workplace....
Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner (CFDP)
ISCEAs Certified Forecaster and Demand Planners (CFDP) are capable to develop demand plans that adapt to todays rapidly changing business environment while remaining aligned to the companys...
Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
This innovative, three-week course from the University of Padova is designed to illustrate how electricity is produced, and exchanged, and why. Understand how electrical systems have evolved over...

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Salary for Production Planner Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Production Planner positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Planners offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.9%
High School or GED
23.9%
Master's Degree
16.5%
Associate's Degree
11.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Some College
1.7%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Planners
2-4 years
31.1%
1-2 years
23.3%
Less than 1 year
16.8%
6-8 years
9.7%
None
9.0%
10+ years
7.3%
8-10 years
1.8%
4-6 years
1.0%



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