Production Planning Analyst

Overview As a Production Planning Analyst, you’ll turn manufacturing data into clear, actionable production plans. You’ll coordinate schedules, review material requirements, and work across teams to keep assembly operations aligned with demand, capacity, and quality needs. Schedule: First Shift: Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 3 PM Duties : Production Planning Support the development and maintenance of production schedules, translating orders and demand into a feasible production plan. Help build and maintain locked scheduling windows (e.g., 72-hour, weekly), coordinating with department managers to protect capacity on constraint resources. Assist in tracking raw material and component availability against the production plan, flagging shortages that put the schedule at risk. Scheduling Maintain and update the production schedule as orders, priorities, or capacity change. Coordinate changeovers and sequencing with department managers to minimize disruption, particularly on constrained lines. Communicate schedule changes clearly and promptly to affected teams and shifts. Analysis Track and report on production KPIs (e.g., schedule adherence, throughput, downtime) using Excel and other Office tools. Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement. Support the transition toward a more formal planning cadence by helping build the data and reporting foundation needed for it. Production Data Records Manually enter job cards accurately and in a timely manner. Weigh parts and record measurements as part of production quality tracking. Maintain organized, accurate records of production activity using Microsoft Excel and other Office tools. Goal Assist supervisors and department managers in setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals for production teams. Track progress against goals and flag gaps or delays. Support problem -solving efforts when production issues arise, helping identify root causes and practical fixes. Operational Support & Teamwork Provide general operational assistance to production staff and supervisors as needed. Work cooperatively with team members across shifts and departments to support smooth handoffs and consistent execution. Stay focused on team and department goals, adjusting priorities as production needs shift. Qualifications Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with particular comfort in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, basic reporting). Comfortable with manual data entry and basic measurement/weighing tasks. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to resolving issues. Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Prior experience with production scheduling, planning, or data analysis preferred. Prior manufacturing or production floor experience preferred but not required. Benefits Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k). Paid lunches, breaks, vacations and Holidays. Required: Production planning, production scheduling, manufacturing, assembly, production management, and cross-functional communication. Required: Microsoft Excel skills, including Excel data analysis; familiarity with SAP, MRP, ERP systems, and production management systems. Preferred: Supply chain management, supply chain, operations management, manufacturing management, or plant management experience. Preferred: Continuous improvement, process improvement, Lean manufacturing, Lean management, or Lean practices; Six Sigma knowledge is also valued. Team leadership and the ability to communicate planning updates clearly across teams are helpful. Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person

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