At Astec- Manufacturers Rd, formerly known as Roadtec, our mission is to design, build, and capitalize on the most innovative solutions and products for the industries and customers we serve globally. Our employees thrive in a safe and team-oriented work environment where they are empowered to make suggestions for operational and sustainability enhancements. With safety as our first core value, we take pride in developing talent and invest in training, protective equipment, and technology for continuous improvement. If you share our dedication to advancement and quality services, we'd love to have you join us!
The Production Planner will be responsible for developing and managing manufacturing schedules, collaborating closely with sales, engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing departments to ensure an efficient production plan. Your primary tasks will include capacity planning, establishing lead times, and overseeing all aspects of the facility's schedule. Additionally, you will play a vital role in leading production meetings and conducting daily schedule update meetings to facilitate effective communication and strategic planning for the facility.
What You'll Do:
• Schedule production materials and manage projects effectively.
• Analyze production specifications and determine resource requirements.
• Create and maintain production schedules and verify delivery dates.
• Collaborate with departments to communicate schedule updates.
• Implement Visual ERP scheduling and seek process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety rules.
• Prepare and submit reports on production status and performance.
• Promote Astec's core values and achieve set goals for department and company success.
Why You'll Love Working for Us:
• Health, Dental, Vision- Day 1 Eligibility
• Life, and Spousal Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• PTO
• Employee Wellness Programs, Tuition Aid, and Employee Assistance
What We Need from You:
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or Associate's degree with 4 years of planning experience, or 8 years of experience as a production planner or master scheduler in manufacturing.
• Maintain positive working relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
• Utilize lean knowledge tools for continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Access, and ERP system knowledge preferred.
• Exposure to various elements in a shop manufacturing environment, such as moving machinery, tools, fumes, and weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to dirt, dust, chemicals, and extreme temperatures.
• Loud noise levels consistent with an industrial assembly facility may require hearing protection.
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
ASTEC is a Drug Free Workplace, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
At ASTEC, we value diversity and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that some highly qualified women may not apply for roles due to systemic barriers. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, and are committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates.