Production Planner Jobs in Lowell, MA

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.

1-15 of 23 Jobs

Senior Production Planner, Amazon Robotics

  • North Reading, MA (12 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Reading, MA (12 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Senior Production Planner to optimize production planning, lead strategic initiatives, and partner across the organization to delight our customers....

Material Supply Planning & Production Control Specialist

  • Andover, MA (6 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Andover, MA (6 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Raytheon Execution Operations has an opportunity for a Production Control Scheduling Specialist in the Andover, Ma, Cabinet Integration Center (CIC) work center....

Principle Production Control Specialist

  • Andover, MA (6 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Andover, MA (6 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Experience to include planning, scheduling, production control, supply chain, manufacturing, operations, finance, project management or a related field....

Senior Manager, Production Planning

  • Londonderry, NH (15 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Londonderry, NH (15 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 7 days ago

line....

Production Control Coordinator

  • Wilmington, MA (9 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (9 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 10 days ago

between departments according to the production schedule....

Master Scheduler

  • Bedford, NH (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bedford, NH (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 19 days ago

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT Responsible for the development of the master production schedule to meet both market needs as well as internal business results....

Associate, Production Scheduler, Cell Therapy Manufacturing in Devens, MA

  • Devens, MA (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Devens, MA (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Supports scheduling team in the creation and revision of the production plan/ schedule to meet product demand at the site....

Supply Planner Biologics

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 21 days ago

planning or related fields employing multi-product, multiechelon batch production planning Experience using supply chain/advanced planning systems, ERP systems (SAP, C3ME or others) Experience with...

Supply Planner Biologics

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 21 days ago

planning or related fields employing multi-product, multiechelon batch production planning Experience using supply chain/advanced planning systems, ERP systems (SAP, C3ME or others) Experience with...

Production Planner

  • Andover, MA (6 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Andover, MA (6 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 25 days ago

In this role, you will report to the Senior Production Control Manager....

New Product Master Scheduler (OPS NPI- North Reading, MA)

  • North Reading, MA (12 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • North Reading, MA (12 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 26 days ago

schedule Provide customer delivery commitments on products based on lead times, capacity and design readiness Successfully hand off a rampable product to high volume manufacturing Possible minimal...

Production Planner

  • Marlborough, MA (24 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (24 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 27 days ago

The Production Planner performs various production control activities and ensures that all materials are available to support the production schedule and are consumed in real time....

Master Scheduler TacAir/AEWS

  • Nashua, NH (9 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashua, NH (9 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

The scheduler aligns production resources, reviews rate and coordinates the monthly and weekly production schedules to ensure to the factory meets the business requirements while optimizing resource...

Master Scheduler, Planner (Jr Level, Level I or Level II)

  • Billerica, MA (7 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Billerica, MA (7 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Master Scheduling/Production Planning in a Manufacturing environment (0-2 for junior position, 2-5 for level I and 3-5 for level II)....

Master Scheduler

  • Manchester, NH (24 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manchester, NH (24 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

forecast achievability Assist production meetings to assess actual vs. plan; update MPS accordingly Supervise/report actual results against Master Production Schedule Prepare/manage master materials...

Demographic Data for Lowell, MA

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Salary for Production Planner Jobs in Lowell, MA

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Highest Education Level

Production Planners in Lowell, MA 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 in Lowell, MA
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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