• Production Planner

    Aerotek (Paola, KS)


    Job Title: Production Planner

    Job Description

    This position is responsible for managing the scheduling and timeliness of the production process to ensure deadlines are met and production downtime is minimized. The role involves maintaining the production schedule, overseeing inventory, and managing the ordering of tooling, plates, and supplies. Additionally, the position supports job creation, item creation, quoting, and purchasing as needed.

    Responsibilities

    + Maintain the production schedule effectively.

    + Provide customer-focused service and adapt to changes in the production shop order schedule driven by customer demand.

    + Review manufacturing orders to ensure all components are available.

    + Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock.

    + Coordinate with the supply chain to ensure the availability of required materials.

    + Enter manufacturing orders to meet customer demands.

    + Track production progress and identify potential bottlenecks or delays.

    + Participate in team projects and continuous process improvements.

    + Plan ahead to minimize downtime and control costs.

    + Identify potential errors or problems and take prompt corrective action.

    + Communicate effectively with managers, team members, and suppliers.

    + Provide solutions to departmental and company challenges.

    + Complete assigned tasks and projects.

    + Correct and stop any dangerous activity that may cause damage to the product, process, personnel, or environment.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in schedule planning and production planning.

    + Proficiency in production scheduling and inventory management.

    + Knowledge of SAP and ERP systems.

    + Familiarity with logistics and inventory control.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

    + 6+ months experience in production planning.

    + 6+ months experience with inventory management.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with quoting and estimates is preferred.

    + High School diploma or equivalent.

    + Minimum of 2 years in the production process and job preparation.

    + Customer service-driven approach.

    + Planner, supply chain, and purchasing experience.

    + Willingness to work overtime and a positive attitude towards job and company.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    This direct placement opportunity offers a supportive work environment in a production atmosphere. Employees are valued for their contribution to continuous improvement and are encouraged to participate in team projects. The company promotes a positive work-life balance and provides opportunities for professional growth.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment is a printing production atmosphere, operating Monday to Thursday from 7am to 5pm and Friday half-days OR Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Paola, Kansas.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $49920.00/yr.

     

    direct placement opportunity

     

    Benefits after 30 days

     

    Competitive health benefits

     

    401K match

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Paola,KS.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.