Production Planner
Trillium Staffing, Eaton Rapids, MI, United States
Production Planner position available in the Eaton Rapids, Michigan area working at our client location who is a leading manufacturer. This is a direct hire opportunity with a salary range of $65k to $75k. Day shift position starting at 7am or 8am. Reporting to the Master Scheduler, the Production Planner develops and manages production schedules to meet customer demand while optimizing resources. This role partners cross-functionally to ensure on‑time, cost‑effective order fulfillment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain production plans for assigned areas
Analyze demand vs. capacity; identify risks and constraints
Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Tooling, and Purchasing to ensure resource availability
Monitor performance and adjust schedules to meet deadlines
Communicate schedule updates, risks, and changes to stakeholders
Track key metrics (output, downtime, inventory, schedule accuracy) and drive improvements
Support supply chain coordination, issue resolution, and corrective actions
Contribute to reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
Support special projects and other assigned tasks
Utilize ERP/MRP systems (Plex preferred) for scheduling and planning
Qualifications & Skills
Experience with Plex ERP is required
Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and lean principles
Detail‑oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to pass pre‑employment screenings
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree (or equivalent experience) required; Bachelor’s preferred
Minimum 2 years of production planning or related experience
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and scheduling tools required
Knowledge of MRP best practices required
Work Environment
Primarily office-based with some production floor exposure
May require extended hours as needed
Occasional exposure to industrial conditions (noise, temperature variations)
Benefits
Medical, vision, dental, tuition reimbursement.
Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain production plans for assigned areas
Analyze demand vs. capacity; identify risks and constraints
Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Tooling, and Purchasing to ensure resource availability
Monitor performance and adjust schedules to meet deadlines
Communicate schedule updates, risks, and changes to stakeholders
Track key metrics (output, downtime, inventory, schedule accuracy) and drive improvements
Support supply chain coordination, issue resolution, and corrective actions
Contribute to reporting and continuous improvement initiatives
Support special projects and other assigned tasks
Utilize ERP/MRP systems (Plex preferred) for scheduling and planning
Qualifications & Skills
Experience with Plex ERP is required
Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and lean principles
Detail‑oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to pass pre‑employment screenings
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree (or equivalent experience) required; Bachelor’s preferred
Minimum 2 years of production planning or related experience
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and scheduling tools required
Knowledge of MRP best practices required
Work Environment
Primarily office-based with some production floor exposure
May require extended hours as needed
Occasional exposure to industrial conditions (noise, temperature variations)
Benefits
Medical, vision, dental, tuition reimbursement.
Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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