Production Planner Jobs in New Jersey

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

  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 28 days ago

Production planning must keep constant contact with supply network and inventory planning, operations, material planning and finished goods planning teams to understand any potential issues that appear...

Master Scheduler

  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: We are currently seeking a Specialist, Production Planning to join our team in Camden, New Jersey....

Global Supply Planner (Hybrid)

  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Global Supply Chain Planner will play an active role in translating the key element of the business strategies into tactical functional initiatives to meet the service, cash/inventory...

Production Planner

  • Oakland, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Oakland, NJ
  • 16 days ago

The primary responsibility of the Production Planner is to make sure that each day's scheduled run of items occurs without incident....

JanSport: Supply Planner

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Interface with Sourcing offices on capacity and production plans to ensure timely delivery of supply Recommend and execute product purchases based upon demand inputs and other crucial supply planning...

Production Planning Manager

  • Middlesex, NJ
  • 19 days ago
  • Middlesex, NJ
  • 19 days ago

95% Ensure that all team members are aware of team and personal targets and goals and are provided with regular feedback Reviewing mid to long term forecast stability Supports continuous...

Supply Planner

  • Summit, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Summit, NJ
  • 20 days ago

Skills and Requirements - Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field - 2+ years experience in supply planning or production planning - Strong SAP ERP experience - Advanced...

Global Supply Planner - Chemical Products

  • West Deptford, NJ
  • 22 days ago
  • West Deptford, NJ
  • 22 days ago

Global Supply Planner Chemical Products, Johnson Matthey Inc., West Deptford, NJ: Responsible for optimizing the global supply plan for India, the UK, and the US to support the IBP and longer-term...

Production Control Clerk

  • Bridgeton, NJ
  • 23 days ago
  • Bridgeton, NJ
  • 23 days ago

Production Control Clerk Responsibilities: - Coordinate and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer orders and inventory levels - Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and...

Production Planner

  • Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Upper Saddle River, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Providing Engineering and Manufacturing solutions since 1955, Triangle specializes in the precision engineering and manufacturing of highly complex, tight-tolerance machined parts and assemblies....

Senior Supply Planner

  • NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description As the preferred partner for window and door automation, SOMFY is committed to inspiring new and better ways of living for all. As a French, family-owned, and independent...

Production Planner - Clifton, NJ - Secret Clearance

  • Clifton, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Production Planner needed for a contract opportunity with SOC's client to work on-site in Clifton, NJ....

Production Scheduler

  • Clifton, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clifton, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

What You Will Do: The Production Scheduler/Purchasing Agent role involves working closely with various departments to maintain adequate product inventories through effective production planning and...

Senior Buyer/Planner, Production Planning

  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Minimum of 5 years experience in structured purchasing and planning environment required. 5 years purchasing, sourcing, or production planning experience pharmaceutical industry preferred....

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Production Planner Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Production Planner Jobs in New Jersey

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 in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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