What You'll Do as a Planner: Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on customer due dates, machine capacity, material availability, and production priorities. In this role, you’ll plan and coordinate production activities, manage schedules and priorities, and help ensure customer orders are completed efficiently and on time.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Circle Pines, MN
Salary
$70,000–$100,000 Per Year
Description
Job Title: Planner Location: Lino Lakes, MN Compensation: $70,000–$100,000 annually Schedule: Day shift | Monday–Friday Job Type: Direct HireAbout the Opportunity Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Planner for a precision manufacturing company in Lino Lakes, MN. In this role, you’ll plan and coordinate production activities, manage schedules and priorities, and help ensure customer orders are completed efficiently and on time. If you’re an organized, analytical professional with manufacturing planning experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this could be a great fit. Read below for more information! Apply now and our AI Recruiter, Valerie, will reach out ASAP to learn more about how you match this role!What You'll Do as a Planner:
Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on customer due dates, machine capacity, material availability, and production priorities
Monitor production progress and work-in-process (WIP), prioritizing and sequencing jobs to support On-Time Delivery (OTD)
Evaluate machine and department capacity to identify scheduling conflicts, bottlenecks, and production constraints
Track jobs from release through completion and proactively identify late or at-risk orders
Partner with Production Supervisors, Department Leads, Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality to resolve issues and keep production moving
Maintain accurate job priorities, due dates, work orders, and scheduling information within the ERP system
Monitor lead times, capacity, WIP, and OTD performance to identify opportunities to improve production flow and efficiency
What You Need to Bring to the Planner Role:
3–5 years of experience in production planning, production control, scheduling, or a related manufacturing environment
CNC machining or precision manufacturing experience is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production flow, capacity, and scheduling principles
Previous experience working with an ERP/MRP system
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Ability to manage changing priorities, proactively address production issues, and collaborate effectively across departments
Ability to regularly walk throughout a manufacturing facility, sit or stand during the workday, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds #Smncareers
Ready to Apply? Click “Apply Now” to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the Planner job, contact our Career Solutions office at (952) 832-3576.Company BenefitsEnjoy competitive wages with opportunities for advancement, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance. Additional benefits include paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with employer match. You’ll also be part of a supportive, collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement and long-term growth.