Production Planner

About Elmet Technologies

Elmet Technologies is a U.S.-based manufacturer of precision-engineered products serving global industries, including defense, aerospace, semiconductor, and energy. As a division of The Elmet Group, Elmet leverages shared corporate services while maintaining a strong operational focus on advanced materials processing and precision manufacturing. Operating in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment, Elmet relies on effective production planning and cross-functional coordination to meet customer commitments while optimizing resources, inventory, and operational performance.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Production Planner to support production scheduling, materials planning, and workflow coordination at our manufacturing facility in Coldwater, MI.

This role is responsible for developing production schedules, managing work order flow, analyzing capacity constraints, and ensuring material availability to support customer demand. The Production Planner works closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial teams to maintain schedule integrity, improve manufacturing performance, and drive on-time delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical and detail-oriented professional who enjoys balancing customer priorities, production requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives within a complex manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain production schedules using ERP/MRP systems
• Manage work orders, material flow, and production priorities to support on-time delivery
• Analyze capacity, labor, and material requirements to optimize production performance
• Monitor schedule risks and develop recovery plans to address constraints and shortages
• Maintain ERP data integrity, including inventory, BOMs, routings, and planning parameters
• Support inventory management, cost analysis, and process improvement initiatives
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance to improve manufacturing performance
• Support reporting, forecasting, and operational planning activities

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent on-time delivery performance and schedule adherence
• Accurate production schedules and capacity plans
• Improved inventory accuracy and material availability
• Reduced production disruptions and schedule conflicts
• Strong ERP data integrity and planning accuracy
• Increased operational efficiency and workflow performance
• Effective collaboration across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Associate degree, Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related field
• 2-10 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment
• Strong Excel, analytical, and data management skills
• Understanding of manufacturing principles, capacity planning, and inventory management
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Theory of Constraints, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred
• APICS certification or similar professional certification preferred

Why Join Elmet Technologies

• Opportunity to play a critical role in manufacturing execution and customer satisfaction
• Exposure to aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and energy industries
• Collaborative environment with visibility across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance
• Opportunity to contribute to operational improvements and business growth initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) starting from day one.

Search Process Note

The Elmet Group is managing this search directly and is not accepting submissions from outside recruitment firms.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Elmet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.