Position: Production Scheduling Associate Location: Cary, Illinois
Coilcraft, Inc. is a privately held global manufacturer headquartered in Cary, Illinois, with a 75+ year reputation for engineering excellence. Our precision magnetic components support industries including telecommunications, computing, automotive, broadband communications, and consumer electronics. We are seeking a Production Planning Associate to join our Manufacturing Operations team. In this role, you'll help ensure production schedules, inventory, and planning systems work together to support on-time customer delivery and efficient manufacturing operations.
-
Compile and analyze reports to ensure raw material inventory meets production requirements
-
Review production systems and identify non-standard occurrences
-
Maintain planning data and operating system databases
-
Compare finished goods inventory and work-in-process against production requirements
-
Review production schedules to support on-time customer delivery
-
Partner with manufacturing, purchasing, inventory, and other departments
-
Support continuous improvement initiatives
-
Perform additional duties as assigned
-
1–2 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, inventory control, or related manufacturing role
-
Manufacturing experience
-
Strong written and verbal communication skills
-
Strong computer and data entry skills
-
Analytical and problem-solving abilities
-
Ability to manage multiple priorities
-
Experience with MRP systems
-
SQL query writing
-
Production scheduling or inventory analysis
-
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
-
Play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations
-
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
-
Stable company with a 75+ year history
-
Career growth opportunities
-
Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, and profit sharing
-
401(k) Matching
-
Dental Insurance
-
Disability Insurance
-
Employee Assistance Program
-
Flexible Spending Account
-
Health Insurance
-
Health Savings Account
-
Life Insurance
-
Paid Holidays
-
Paid Time Off
-
Profit Sharing
-
Vision Insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability / Veteran This position may require compliance with ITAR export regulations; applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.