Join a Growing Manufacturing Team
Digga North America is seeking an experienced and driven Production Planning Manager to lead production planning, scheduling, and manufacturing operations at our Dyersville facility. This role is responsible for ensuring production schedules are executed efficiently, resources are optimized, and customer demands are met while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and team performance.
If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy solving complex production challenges, and have a passion for leading teams, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As the Production Planning Manager, you will:
- Lead and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules
- Oversee production supervisors and work center performance to maximize productivity and efficiency
- Monitor manufacturing processes to identify delays, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement
- Adjust production plans based on material availability, supplier issues, and customer requirements
- Coordinate production activities across departments to ensure smooth workflow and on-time delivery
- Lead weekly production meetings and communicate key updates to leadership
- Analyze production data, work orders, and schedules to support operational decision-making
- Manage inventory accuracy, production variances, and stock control processes
- Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve equipment and operational issues
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement process enhancements
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
- Support employee development through coaching, training, performance management, and leadership
Qualifications
Required
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience
- Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, and capacity management
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to analyze production data and make informed operational decisions
Preferred
- Technical degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing reporting tools
- Continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, or process improvement experience
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Results-driven and highly organized
- A strong communicator who can collaborate across departments
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Committed to workplace safety and operational excellence
- Passionate about developing employees and building high-performing teams
- Focused on continuous improvement and finding better ways to work
Why Join Digga?
At Digga, we are committed to innovation, teamwork, and delivering industry-leading products to our customers. We provide an environment where employees can grow professionally, contribute meaningful ideas, and make a direct impact on our success.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) / Retirement savings options
- Paid time off and holidays
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Stable and growing manufacturing organization
Location: Dyersville, IA
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
