What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Planner position at SlingShot Connections - Direct Hire?
About the job
The Supply Chain Planner develops and manages production schedules that balance customer demand, capacity, materials, and labor to ensure efficient operations and on-time delivery.
We're looking for someone who
● Has experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations
● Demonstrates strong ERP/MRP system knowledge and production planning experience
● Has a solid understanding of production scheduling, capacity planning, and shop floor operations
● Is proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, filters, and data analysis
● Can interpret bills of materials (BOMs), routings, lead times, and work center data
● Uses data to make informed production and scheduling decisions
● Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and can identify production constraints and bottlenecks
● Communicates effectively with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Customer Service teams
● Is highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
● Thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapts to changing priorities
● Has experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments (preferred)
● Has experience in semiconductor, precision machining, or other advanced manufacturing industries (preferred)
What you'll do
● Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, capacity, labor, and material availability
● Manage work orders and ensure planning data remains accurate within the ERP/MRP system
● Monitor production schedules and adjust priorities to support on-time delivery
● Analyze production constraints and recommend solutions to improve workflow and efficiency
● Coordinate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Customer Service to resolve scheduling challenges
● Review demand, inventory, and capacity data to support production planning decisions
● Perform scenario planning and impact analysis for changes in customer demand or production capacity
● Track schedule adherence and support continuous improvement initiatives
● Maintain accurate planning documentation and production reports
● Support operational excellence through proactive communication and cross-functional collaboration
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000