Production Planner Jobs in Minnesota

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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Production Planner

  • Sauk Rapids, MN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Sauk Rapids, MN
  • 23 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 Planner

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 3 days ago

Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in purchasing, production planning, or inventory management....

Master Scheduler

  • Waite Park, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Waite Park, MN
  • 5 days ago

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS - Strong understanding of production processes and manufacturing resource planning. - Proficient in scheduling software, ERP/MRP systems....

Production Planner

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 7 days ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota Position: Production Planner Department: Production Planning and Control Reports to: Production and Planning Manager Primary Objective of Position: The Production Planner is responsible...

Production Planner in Lino Lakes, MN

  • Lino Lakes, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Lino Lakes, MN
  • 8 days ago

Production Planner in Lino Lakes, MN Lino Lakes, MN Order: 118641 Order Type : Direct Hire Now Hiring: Production Scheduler/Planner Location: Lino Lakes, MN Pay: $85,000-$105,000 per year, depending...

Sr Production Planning Manager

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 9 days ago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead teams of production planners in managing the master production schedule (MPS) Monitor MPS and make improvements based on MPS load and MPS attainment....

Production Planner

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 10 days ago

Job Description Job Title : Production Planner Location : Brooklyn Park, MN About the role: As a Production planner, you will coordinate the production of drug substance products and in house produced...

Production Scheduler IV

  • Chaska, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Chaska, MN
  • 11 days ago

Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a closely related field and a minimum of 2 years experience as a production planner or production scheduler in a...

Production Planner

  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 13 days ago

Job Description Job Title : Production Planner Location : Brooklyn Park, MN About the role: As a Production planner, you will coordinate the production of drug substance products and in house produced...

Production Scheduler Planner

  • Winona, MN
  • 15 days ago
  • Winona, MN
  • 15 days ago

Evaluate incoming raw material orders to assist in the creation of production schedule....

Network Supply Planner

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 16 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 16 days ago

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Production Planner

  • Sauk Rapids, MN
  • 28 days ago
  • Sauk Rapids, MN
  • 28 days ago

Manage daily production planning and scheduling activities....

Sr. Supply Planner

  • Eagan, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Our Global Supply Chain is a network of more than 300 manufacturing plants, distribution centers and other facilities designed and located to support our direct sales, marketing and distribution...

Senior Production Planner

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago

Schedules optimize labor and machine resources Align finished goods production plans with site and network Supply Plans Achieve maximum customer satisfaction and ensure working capital remains within...

Production Planner

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 45+ days ago

At STERIS, the Production Planner prepares and schedules Customer product processing and shipping....

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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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
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Salary for Production Planner Jobs in Minnesota

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 in Minnesota 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 in Minnesota
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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