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Modern Advanced Manufacturing —Rockford, IL
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Overtime
- Basic math
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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- $86,800 - $165,200 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Loan repayment program
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- $60,000 - $78,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Production Planner/Scheduler

Modern Advanced Manufacturing -
Rockford, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$25 - $30 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Capacity requirements planning (CRP)
Customer communication
Spreadsheets
Basic math
Resource planning methods
ERP systems
MRP
Manufacturing facility experience
Production management software
Attention to detail
Productivity software
Manufacturing company experience

Full Job Description

Overview

Modern Forge is a fourth generation owned company which continues to expand and modernize while striving for excellence, using the latest in equipment from metalworking machines to automated robotics to assist our team members with ergonomics and production efficiency.

he Production Planner develops and maintains an executable production plan that aligns customer demand with available capacity, material, and shop-floor conditions. The role creates and schedules jobs, sets priorities, responds to changing constraints, maintains accurate planning data in the ERP system, and coordinates across departments to support reliable customer commitments and controlled inventory levels.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and maintain the production schedule using firm orders, customer forecasts, available capacity, material status, and job readiness.
Create, release, and schedule jobs in the ERP system; verify that planning data, quantities, dates, routings, and bills of material support execution.
Set job priorities and sequence across work centers to balance customer requirements, constraints, throughput, and inventory objectives. Schedule overtime if necessary to meet customer demands.
Assess current and future capacity, identify mismatches or bottlenecks, recommend overtime or added capacity, and escalate unresolved constraints.
Reschedule and expedite jobs when demand, material, quality, equipment, labor, or other operating conditions change.
Commit or revise customer delivery dates based on the best available production, capacity, and material information; communicate changes promptly to affected stakeholders.
Monitor job progress with production supervisors and operators, identify schedule risks, and coordinate recovery actions for jobs that are at risk.
Maintain accurate planning and job-status information in the ERP system and reinforce timely, accurate shop-floor transactions needed for dependable planning.
Coordinate with Customer Service, Production, Purchasing, Quality, Shipping and Receiving, Sales and Finance, Engineering, and customers to keep the plan aligned and executable.
Support appropriate inventory levels and inventory accuracy by aligning job timing, quantities, and priorities with operational needs.
Communicate schedule priorities, changes, constraints, and required actions clearly and with appropriate urgency.
Identify opportunities to improve planning methods, ERP data quality, and cross-functional execution.
Perform other duties consistent with the position as assigned.

SUPERVISION

Reports to the Operations Manager. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but must influence results through effective coordination, sound judgment, and clear communication.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

One to three years of relevant experience in production planning, materials, production control, or a closely related manufacturing role.
A combination of education and practical experience that provides the knowledge and skills required to perform the position successfully.
Prior experience working in an ERP system; experience with Plex ERP is preferred.
Working knowledge of MRP, capacity planning, manufacturing routings, and bills of material.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to analyze production information and apply basic business math to planning decisions.

SUCCESS FACTORS

Communicates clearly and works effectively with employees, managers, customers, and suppliers across functions.
Uses sound judgment to establish priorities and make timely planning decisions.
Demonstrates urgency, ownership, and consistent follow-through.
Maintains accuracy and attention to detail in schedules, jobs, inventory information, and ERP data.
Adapts quickly when priorities or operating conditions change.
Identifies problems early, evaluates constraints, and escalates issues with practical options for resolution.
Follows company safety policies and procedures in office and production-floor environments.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed primarily in an office setting with regular time on the production floor, where noise may range from moderate to heavy. The position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly, follow applicable safety requirements, work a standard first-shift schedule with occasional overtime, and perform the essential duties of the position. No travel is required.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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