Production Planner at Johnson Screens Inc
Overview
Production Planner at Johnson Screens Inc optimizes production efficiency ensures on-time delivery manages inventory levels. This role coordinates production plans schedules and resources to meet customer demand while minimizing costs and maximizing resource utilization. Reports to Planning Manager builds relationships across departments develops production schedules partners with supervisors creates machine schedules monitors progress and identifies risks. Supports continuous improvement initiatives ensures compliance with policies and performs additional duties.
What You'll Do9
- 1Build strong working relationships across Sales Customer Service Engineering Procurement and Production
- 2Develop and maintain aggressive yet achievable production schedules aligned with business strategy and customer demand
- 3Coordinate production workflow across assigned value streams ensuring optimal use of manpower equipment and raw materials
- 4Partner with Production Supervisors Leads and Line staff to create detailed machine and work center schedules
- 5Monitor production progress through regular shop floor engagement daily meetings and ongoing communication
- 6Proactively identify scheduling risks bottlenecks or supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans
- 7Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency cost reduction and lean manufacturing
- 8Ensure compliance with all Quality HSE and Company policies procedures and work instructions
- 9Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall operational goals
Requirements7
- 11–3 years of manufacturing experience in a production planning role preferably within metal fabrication
- 2Vocational or technical degree or equivalent experience preferred
- 3CPIM certification or other relevant supply chain production credentials are a plus
- 4Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning MRP processes
- 5Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
- 6Highly organized with effective time management and attention to detail
- 7Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word Excel Outlook and familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP
Salary Insight
$65 - $80k per year
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