What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at Specialized Recruiting Group?
Production Planner / Master Planner
is responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring the flow of products throughout the production cycle. This role ensures production lines are effectively scheduled to meet customer delivery commitments while supporting internal financial and operational goals.
This position will be leveled based on experience, with opportunities to take on increased ownership and strategic planning responsibilities at the Master Planner level.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment supporting operations at a dedicated Frito-Lay facility.
This role requires daily on-site presence at the facility to support real-time production planning, inventory accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration.
Remote or hybrid work is not available for this position.
Pay Range:
$60,000 – $70,000 (based on experience)
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Plan, prepare, issue, and maintain production schedules to support a smooth and controlled production flow
Schedule production lines and confirm material availability to meet production requirements
Develop and maintain the master production schedule (MPS)
Prepare work orders and purchase requests based on production requirements
Track material requirements to ensure approved materials are available when needed
Review and monitor inventory status to maintain a minimum of 99% inventory accuracy
Take corrective action with internal teams to resolve scheduling or inventory issues
Participate in daily/weekly production meetings and communicate schedule changes in a timely manner
Collaborate closely with Production, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Shipping/Receiving teams
Support operational goals including production attainment, inventory accuracy, and on-time shipment performance
Identify risks to production or delivery schedules and coordinate solutions with internal stakeholders
Qualifications
General
Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills
Professional and effective communicator with internal teams and external partners
Strong time management and multitasking abilities
Willingness to work additional hours as needed
Ability to work on-site full time (not eligible for remote work)
Authorized to work in the U.S. and at least 18 years of age
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required)
High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred
1 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations
Experience developing or supporting production schedules in a manufacturing environment preferred
Hands-on experience with WMS and/or ERP systems (2 years preferred)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage priorities, lead times, and scheduling constraints
Computer Skills
Proficient in Windows-based systems
Intermediate or higher proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
Other Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
Results-driven and goal-oriented
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000