Job Title: Operations - Production Planning

Job Description

Develop and implement production build plans by considering sales order priorities, material availability, cost, and production capacity. Partner with production leadership to maximize output and labor for the respective product line(s). This role requires general knowledge of industry standards and involves frequent use and application of industry principles, theories, and concepts of production planning.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales orders within the planning lead time to ensure material is available to fulfill scheduled orders.
• Maintain sales order due dates to align with expected material availability and capacity limitations.
• Collaborate with Sales Support teams for revised priorities and rescheduling if orders are not fulfilled within the appropriate time frame.
• Ensure customer delivery requirements are met.
• Collaborate with Operations Project Managers and Material Coordinators to manage engineering change implementations on the production lines.
• Actively participate in material allocations while collaborating with Sales and Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
• Perform analysis that highlights trends, drivers, and issues with production planning and participate in countermeasures to resolve issues.
• Participate as a planning representative on cross-functional project teams.
• Utilize planning tools to create tactical inventory and supply solutions efficiently.
• Support Production Supervisor and Leads in root-cause analysis activities related to production.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 2 years of relevant experience in production planning and order management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• APICS Certification
• Experience with QAD / SAP and their applications
• Advanced skill level in Excel and Word, intermediate skills in PowerPoint
• Strong planning, analytical, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Positive people skills and a team approach to problem-solving
• Knowledge in Sales Order management, Production Scheduling, Inventory Control, ERP / MRP, and Procurement
• Effective written and oral communication skills

Work Environment

Office and light industrial environment

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $52.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.