What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at ARCH?
Position Overview
As the Production Planner; you will be responsible for cross-functional communication (internal teams) of production schedules to ensure on-time delivery. This role is responsible for detailed tracking of critical parts throughout the manufacturing process. Drives daily communication between quality, finishing and manufacturing teams. Works with the customer facing role(s) to provide updates and delivery capabilities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and collaborative professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and is passionate about continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
As the Production Planner; you will be responsible for cross-functional communication (internal teams) of production schedules to ensure on-time delivery. This role is responsible for detailed tracking of critical parts throughout the manufacturing process. Drives daily communication between quality, finishing and manufacturing teams. Works with the customer facing role(s) to provide updates and delivery capabilities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and collaborative professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and is passionate about continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule work flow through manufacturing and finishing processes
- Continuous improvement to ship across the span of the entire month rather than primarily end of month
- Participate in the coordination of the company's production plans and strategies with Production, Engineering, Materials, and Quality departments.
- Communicate monthly projected revenue with Management & Team
- Provide 3 month forecast
- Work with Purchasing/Production to inform of priorities
- Communicates all plans and changes to appropriate members of the production team.
- Participates in Production Meetings- driving daily needs and communicating priority items to each work group
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts and take an active role in follow through of Production Support improvement activities.
- Communicate with Purchasing to ensure timely issue of raw materials
- Assist with coordination, logistics and expediting of outside sourcing efforts.
- Communicates daily to ensure timely delivery of anticipated materials.
- Prioritizes and expedites part components and assemblies to support daily production schedules as well as raise awareness regarding inventory to minimize part shortages and inventory value.
- Special projects and tasks will be assigned as needed with other departments to meet short- and long-term business goals.
- Associate's degree or equivalent experience, along with 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience working in an ISO 13485 environment, or a willingness to learn and adapt to regulated quality systems.
- Lean Six Sigma training, certification, or experience (preferred).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and work effectively across teams.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive, solution-oriented approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with ERP systems, order processing software, and other business applications commonly used in manufacturing environments.
- Confidence presenting information, sharing ideas, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners.
- A growth mindset, creativity, and a willingness to take initiative while driving results.
- Clean, well-lit, temperature-controlled manufacturing facility
- A place where continuous learning is encouraged
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Fast-paced and innovation-driven
- Recognizes and celebrates contributions
- Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Medical, Dental & Vision starting Day One
- Paid time off & company holidays
- Competitive 401(k) with company match
- Quarterly bonus program
- Opportunity for career growth, training, and mentorship
- Be part of a company that directly impacts patient care worldwide
- Work in a modern CNC manufacturing environment
- Grow your career with a company that invests in its people
- Join a team that values quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.