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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PRODUCTION PLANNER Wichita, KS Our client is considered one of the best places to work in the Wichita area....

Senior Production Planner ( Food )

  • Dulles, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Dulles, VA
  • 4 days ago

Develop and maintain master production schedules. Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP Systems. Previous experience in production, planning, or other related fields....

Production Scheduler

  • Porter, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Porter, ME
  • 4 days ago

Job Description The Production Scheduler is part of the Planning team for our bottling operation....

Production Planner

  • Paris, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Paris, KY
  • 45+ days ago

Production Planner to plan, schedule and monitor the movement of material through the production cycle....

Production Control Planner

  • Aurora, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 4 days ago

This position will be planning and managing timelines and will maintain a master production schedule for assigned programs....

Material & Production Planning Analyst III

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 4 days ago

As a Material & Production Planning Analyst you will be interfacing with manufacturers and distributors for quotes, selecting the best supplier and submitting purchase requests....

Production Planner

  • San Angelo, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Angelo, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Job title Production Planner Function Supply Chain Planning Sub function Production Planning & Scheduling Category Analyst, Production Planning & Scheduling (P4 - E24) Location San Angelo / United States...

Supply Planner

  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Join our Supply Chain team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon and...

Mainframe Production Control Analyst

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago

A higher education client is looking for a Mainframe Production Analyst to join the Production Control team on a one year contract basis....

Senior Production Planning Analyst, Production Planning, PLEX

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 21 hours ago

The Production Planning Team (PPT) needs leaders like you to deliver the future of labor planning for our North America Customer Fulfillment Network (NACF)....

Production Planner

  • Adelanto, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Adelanto, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Control or a related discipline....

Production Planner

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 22 hours ago

Production Planner Job Description Coordinate production workflow....

Production Planner

  • American Canyon, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • American Canyon, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Experience in planning scheduling, inventory management, MRP, and material planning. Additional Skills & Qualifications Report unsafe acts and conditions....

Production Planner

  • Addison, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Addison, IL
  • 22 hours ago

Coordinate locally with Environmental Health & Safety, Shipping/Receiving, Operations, and Maintenance personnel to optimize and adjust the production schedule as needed....

Production Control Planner

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 23 hours ago

The Production Control Planner will also have responsibility for managing projects to deliverance, business process controls, materials procurement, production control, production engineering, and sub-contracted...

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...
Certified Forecaster and Demand Planner - CFDP - Certification Exam
The CFDP Exam is comprised of 70 questions an problems to be solved in 2 hours. The passing score for the exam is 70%. The exam is designed to allow the learner to demonstrate deep understanding...

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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

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Highest Education Level

Production Planners offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.0%
High School or GED
23.8%
Master's Degree
16.6%
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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