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Job Title: Temporary Production Planner
Pay: $30.00 – $32.00/hour DOE
Location: Fully Remote
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift
Status: Temporary (End of March – July)
Looking for a high-impact supply chain role with the flexibility of working from home? Join a dynamic and respected team as a Temporary Production Planner. This critical role ensures production lines stay moving and customer needs are met during a vital window of the operating plan. If you are a master of schedules, a wizard with data, and a proactive problem-solver, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll DoAs a Temporary Production Planner, you will support critical production planning and scheduling functions remotely to maintain business continuity. You will play a vital role in balancing manufacturing capacity with market demand through the following responsibilities:
Core Planning & Scheduling:
Maintain the 12-month rolling production plan to support the Annual Operating Plan.
Establish and monitor safety stock levels and inventory targets for finished goods.
Analyze demand and capacity utilization for both processing and packaging departments.
Support reporting related to schedule adherence and daily production output.
Collaborate via video/phone with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service to balance customer needs with available capacity.
Operational Excellence:
Track key supply chain metrics to identify and minimize root causes of errors.
Ensure all daily actions align with department goals and company culture.
Maintain professional behavior with internal and external business associates in a virtual environment.
Regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis.
The ideal candidate for this role will have:
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning or Production Scheduling.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of master production scheduling (MPS), inventory control, and capacity planning.
Certifications: APICS or ISM certifications are preferred.
Soft Skills: Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and familiarity with various inventory models.
Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate effectively in a remote setting (verbally, via video, and in writing).
Fully Remote: Work from the comfort of your home office with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule.
Competitive Pay: $30–$32 per hour depending on your level of experience.
High-Level Exposure: Gain experience with complex 12-month rolling plans and capacity analysis for a major operation.
Immediate Impact: Step into a role where your work directly affects the supply chain during a peak period.
Setup: This is a 100% remote position. Candidates must have a reliable internet connection and a professional quiet space for video collaboration.
Physical Requirements: Constantly required to sit and reach to use computers and office equipment.
Duration: This is a temporary assignment running from the end of March through July.
If you’re a detail-oriented planning professional ready to hit the ground running this spring, apply today! We are looking to fill this position quickly to ensure a smooth transition. Reach out to our recruiting team to learn more.