Production Planner Jobs in Missouri

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 & Purchasing Specialist

  • Springfield, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 10 days ago

Create and add to production schedule manufacturing work orders to build sub-assemblies and finished goods....

Operations Planner

  • Avondale, MO
  • 13 days ago
  • Avondale, MO
  • 13 days ago

DP World North America delivers tailored, scalable and progressive solutions to customers in more than 100 global locations. The company has managed supply chain synergies for global automotive...

Production Control Analyst

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 13 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 13 days ago

Attends and actively participates in weekly Change Control Meetings with all IT departments and reports activities relating to changes in Production Control....

Production Planner

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 26 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 26 days ago

Your Role: Production Planner role is responsible for reviewing demand plans at both global and local levels....

Production Scheduler

  • Joplin, MO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 45+ days ago

The Senior Production Scheduler is responsible for production control operations within the shop, including but not limited to production planning, materials planning, scheduling, project management...

Production Planner I

  • Grandview, MO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Grandview, MO
  • 60+ days ago

Work in conjunction with the plant supervisor and corporate production control to correct inventory errors associated with the MRP....

Operations Planner

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 90+ days ago

DP World North America delivers tailored, scalable and progressive solutions to customers in more than 100 global locations. The company has managed supply chain synergies for global automotive...

Production Scheduler

  • Potosi, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Potosi, MO
  • 90+ days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Production Scheduling: Create, maintain, and adjust production schedules to meet customer orders and demand forecasts....

Demographic Data for Missouri

Moving to Missouri? Find some basic demographic data about Missouri below.


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Production Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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....
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Salary for Production Planner Jobs in Missouri

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 Missouri 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 Missouri
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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