Production Planning Specialist II

Overview

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better. We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

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Production Planning Specialist II

• Develop and maintain the production schedule based on demand, capacity, and material availability.
• Plan and sequence production orders; prepare and audit work order packets.
• Track production throughout the process, identify delays, and adjust schedules as needed.

• Perform planning and material movement transactions within QAD or the supported ERP system; support the upcoming transition to SAP.
• Assist with data accuracy, system setup, and process improvements during ERP migration.

• Communicate schedule changes, constraints, and material needs to all internal cross-functional teams.
• Review engineering changes (ECFs) and adjust production plans accordingly.

• Monitor and support schedule adherence.
• Identify root causes of discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Support process improvements in planning, inventory management, and ERP utilization.

• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• ERP experience (QAD or similar) required; experience transitioning an ERP system to SAP is highly desirable.
• 3+ years in production planning, master scheduling, production control, or operations planning in manufacturing (high-volume or high-mix preferred).
• Strong customer- and service-oriented approach; proven ability to work cross-functionally.
• Demonstrated initiative, strategic thinking, and ability to influence planning decisions.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred OR 8+ years of equivalent experience.
• APICS/CPIM certification is a plus.

• Agent for change with a strong learning mindset.
• High initiative and ability to anticipate issues.
• Effective communicator who collaborates well across functions.

• Supportive, flexible team environment.
• Autonomy to influence planning processes and champion the SAP transition.
• Clear opportunities for growth.

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Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. Coors Tek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

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