What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner/Scheduler position at Prent Corporation?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: About your new company: For the past 55 years, family
owned and operated, Prent Corporation has been the world leader in
custom thermoformed packaging serving the Medical, Electronic and
Consumer industries. A global leader with strong technology-based
employees who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment while
recognizing their opportunity to make a difference and continued career
growth. About your new role: The Production Planner/Scheduler integrates
materials planning with new product introduction activities to ensure
successful, on-time product launches. This role manages early-life
supply risks, ensures material readiness, prevents stock-outs, and
supports rapid production ramp-up from pilot builds through full-scale
manufacturing within a regulated medical device packaging environment.
Key Responsibilities Create and maintain master data for new products
(part numbers, BOMs, routings, planning parameters). Coordinate material
planning activities including sourcing, purchase orders, and initial
inventory builds. Support pilot runs, first articles, and validation
builds through work order creation and material readiness. Track project
milestones, supply risks, and launch readiness. Process product change
notices and revisions during development. Collaborate cross-functionally
with Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and
Engineering. Communicate launch constraints and readiness to
stakeholders and leadership. Transition new products into standard
production planning processes. Maintain compliance with documentation,
traceability, and change control requirements. Provide backup support
for Production Planning as needed. What you need: High school diploma or
Equivalent. Preferred Experience In Materials Planning, Production
scheduling, inventory control, supply chain, or manufacturing
operations. Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Proficient with computers, including spreadsheets and word processing.
Preferred advanced skills in MS Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP,
and data analysis. Excellent communication skills with internal
departments. Adaptability in fast paced or changing demand environments.
Preferred Experience With ERP/MRP Systems. Familiarity With Bill Of
materials, capacity planning, inventory management. Strong problem
solving and analytical skills. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple
deadlines. Strong attention to detail. Collaborative mindset and ability
to work cross-functionally. Your hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am
5:00pm Starting pay: \$25.00/hour What you\'ll receive: As a full-time
Prent employee you\'ll be competitively compensated, based on
experience. You\'ll discover our tailored benefits package: Our
Profit-Sharing Plan is second to none in the area or industry. You\'ll
be able to choose between two outstanding Group Medical Plans. In
addition, you\'ll be selecting Group Dental and Supplemental Life
Insurance.The company will provide basic Group Life Insurance, Holiday
Pay, Vacation Pay and Tuition assistance if you choose to continue your
education. Come join our team to help make a great organization greater!
If you are qualified and seeking the next step in your career apply
online at www.prent.com. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online: www.prent.com Other: To apply, please visit our website
www.prent.com or submit an on-line application in person using our lobby
kiosk located at 2225 Kennedy Road in Janesville. Some positions may
require pre-employment testing directly after submitting an application.
Applications will not be considered submitted without completing the
full process. Questions can be directed to 608-373-7212. EOE
owned and operated, Prent Corporation has been the world leader in
custom thermoformed packaging serving the Medical, Electronic and
Consumer industries. A global leader with strong technology-based
employees who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment while
recognizing their opportunity to make a difference and continued career
growth. About your new role: The Production Planner/Scheduler integrates
materials planning with new product introduction activities to ensure
successful, on-time product launches. This role manages early-life
supply risks, ensures material readiness, prevents stock-outs, and
supports rapid production ramp-up from pilot builds through full-scale
manufacturing within a regulated medical device packaging environment.
Key Responsibilities Create and maintain master data for new products
(part numbers, BOMs, routings, planning parameters). Coordinate material
planning activities including sourcing, purchase orders, and initial
inventory builds. Support pilot runs, first articles, and validation
builds through work order creation and material readiness. Track project
milestones, supply risks, and launch readiness. Process product change
notices and revisions during development. Collaborate cross-functionally
with Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and
Engineering. Communicate launch constraints and readiness to
stakeholders and leadership. Transition new products into standard
production planning processes. Maintain compliance with documentation,
traceability, and change control requirements. Provide backup support
for Production Planning as needed. What you need: High school diploma or
Equivalent. Preferred Experience In Materials Planning, Production
scheduling, inventory control, supply chain, or manufacturing
operations. Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Proficient with computers, including spreadsheets and word processing.
Preferred advanced skills in MS Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP,
and data analysis. Excellent communication skills with internal
departments. Adaptability in fast paced or changing demand environments.
Preferred Experience With ERP/MRP Systems. Familiarity With Bill Of
materials, capacity planning, inventory management. Strong problem
solving and analytical skills. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple
deadlines. Strong attention to detail. Collaborative mindset and ability
to work cross-functionally. Your hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am
5:00pm Starting pay: \$25.00/hour What you\'ll receive: As a full-time
Prent employee you\'ll be competitively compensated, based on
experience. You\'ll discover our tailored benefits package: Our
Profit-Sharing Plan is second to none in the area or industry. You\'ll
be able to choose between two outstanding Group Medical Plans. In
addition, you\'ll be selecting Group Dental and Supplemental Life
Insurance.The company will provide basic Group Life Insurance, Holiday
Pay, Vacation Pay and Tuition assistance if you choose to continue your
education. Come join our team to help make a great organization greater!
If you are qualified and seeking the next step in your career apply
online at www.prent.com. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online: www.prent.com Other: To apply, please visit our website
www.prent.com or submit an on-line application in person using our lobby
kiosk located at 2225 Kennedy Road in Janesville. Some positions may
require pre-employment testing directly after submitting an application.
Applications will not be considered submitted without completing the
full process. Questions can be directed to 608-373-7212. EOE
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