Planning Manager

Overview

What We Offer

• Generous Paid Time Off – Enjoy 3 weeks of PTO annually, with accrual starting on day one. 
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – United Healthcare medical plans available for both individuals and families, starting on the first day of hire in addition to Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance. 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) – Purchase company stock at a 15% discount through convenient payroll deductions. 
• 401(k) with Company Match – Receive a 50% match on contributions up to 8%, with immediate vesting so you fully own every dollar right away. 
• Paid Holidays – 9 company holidays, plus a floating holiday. 
• Tuition Reimbursement – Invest in your future with up to $7,500 per year for approved professional development. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Other duties may be assigned.
•    Lead and manage the master scheduling and production planning function, overseeing a team of schedulers/planners responsible for materials flow and production timelines
•    Oversee the master production schedule and ensure comprehensive compliance with materials requirements across all manufacturing lines
•    Schedule and interface with marketing, sales, production, and engineering managers to align production capacity with business and customer demand
•    Provide strategic input to senior management to reschedule in case of design changes, labor and material shortages, backlogs, and other potential schedule interruptions
•    Direct resolution of schedule interruptions by coordinating cross-functionally with production, engineering, procurement, and materials teams
•    Oversee WIP variance management at the work order level, ensuring the team works effectively with manufacturing production and stores for timely and accurate material management
•    Approve and oversee change activity to WIP jobs at the work order level
•    Review and validate production schedules to anticipate required materials, equipment, and supplies at a program level
•    Monitor schedule compliance across production stages, proactively identify risk to on-time delivery, and escalate/resolve as needed
•    Select, develop, and evaluate scheduling/planning personnel to ensure efficient operation of the function
•    Establish and enforce scheduling standards, procedures, and best practices across the team
•    Provide regular status reporting and performance metrics to senior leadership
•    Work independently with minimal supervision while managing team workload and priorities

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
•    Strong knowledge of master scheduling, production planning, and materials requirements planning (MRP) procedures and processes
•    Proven ability to lead, develop, and manage a team of schedulers or planners
•    Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in resolving complex scheduling conflicts
•    Ability to interface effectively and influence across marketing, sales, production, and engineering functions
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presenting to senior management
•    Strong MS Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
•    Solid knowledge of MRP, Oracle, and Agile systems
•    Ability to sit for prolonged periods and occasionally walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Desired Education, Certifications and Experience
•    8+ years of master scheduling, production planning, or related work experience, including prior supervisory or leadership experience
•    B.A./B.S. Degree or equivalent experience, or any combination of education and experience
•    Advanced experience using MRP, Oracle, and Agile systems
•    CPIM or APICS Certification preferred
•    Previous management or team lead experience required

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure, and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific range for your location during the hiring process. 

 Ichor is committed to supporting your personal well-being and professional development. Our benefits are designed to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, provide peace of mind, and prepare for your future. We offer medical, dental, and vision plans across all locations, allowing team members to select the coverage that best meets their healthcare needs and budget. Our benefits also include a paid time-off program and paid holidays to support your time away from work. A summary of our Benefits will be provided during the interview process.

Ichor Systems Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer