Primary Job Title:
Production Planner
Alternate / Related Job Titles:
Manufacturing Production Planner
Supply Chain Production Planner
Materials & Production Planner
Production Planning Analyst
Location & Onsite Flexibility:
Newark, DE
Onsite
Contract Details
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay Rate: $70/hour
Schedule: Standard business hours
Overtime: As required
Travel Required: No
Position Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating production schedules, inventory levels, and material requirements while supporting leadership through data-driven insights and automated reporting. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Planning, and Quality teams to translate operational and sales data into actionable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and automate Power BI dashboards tracking production, inventory, and sales performance
Analyze operational and sales data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities
Create and automate advanced Excel reports using Pivot Tables, formulas, and lookup functions
Support leadership with KPI dashboards, automated reporting, and ad-hoc analysis
Partner with Manufacturing, Planning, and Quality teams to streamline data collection and reporting workflows
Analyze sales forecasts for assigned direct sales materials
Generate production schedules and raw material requirements
Release production work orders to Manufacturing
Analyze sales performance and establish Production and QC priorities
Maintain inventory levels to meet assigned targets
Participate in the transfer of new products from R&D to Manufacturing
Communicate work order status, inventory levels, and project updates to internal stakeholders
Maintain work center schedules and communicate capacity constraints
Provide guidance and training to junior Production Planners on new techniques and process changes
Ensure distribution inventory requirements are planned and shipped to correct locations
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies
Required Qualifications
Working knowledge of MRP II and computerized inventory control systems
Extensive knowledge of material master data, BOMs, routings/recipes, and work centers
Knowledge of cost accounting fundamentals and labor reporting
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Power BI
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Education & Experience
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
About the Company
An innovative medical technology company focused on empowering healthier lives, with a strong emphasis on women’s health and well-being. The organization develops science-based solutions to detect, diagnose, and treat illnesses earlier, driven by talented employees and a commitment to meaningful impact.
About GTT
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company based in Alaska. We proudly support inclusive workplaces and partner with Fortune 500 organizations across healthcare, life sciences, technology, financial services, utilities, and retail throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number: 26-01524
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