Manufacturing / Production Planner

INNIO

$85K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business admin, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management or related field and 5+ years of production planning experience.
  • Practical experience in a manufacturing setting.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and workflows.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems, especially SAGE, and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent analytical skills for data management and forecasting.
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across departments.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset focused on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage manufacturing planning with operational departments.
  • Execute detailed planning and control of customer and production orders.
  • Act as the primary contact for scheduling and deadlines across the value chain.
  • Prepare planning data for meetings, including capacity forecasts.
  • Maintain and enhance planning-relevant data within the ERP system.
  • Collaborate on optimizing planning processes and tools to boost efficiency.

Benefits

  • Great work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Challenging career paths.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer commitment.
Full Job Description
Description

Role Summary:

INNIO is forming a new joint venture between Jenbacher, a global leader in gas engines, power equipment, and automation technology, and Gfoellner, a top-tier manufacturer of custom-made vehicle bodies and containers. Our goal is to synergize our expertise to deliver innovative, high-quality, and reliable solutions to our customers. We are currently seeking Manufacturing / Production Planners to join our growing team here in Trenton, NJ facility.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Develop and manage manufacturing planning in close coordination with operational departments.
  • Execute detailed operative planning and control of customer and production orders, with a strong focus on manufacturing processes.
  • Serve as the central point of contact for all scheduling and deadline-related matters across the value chain.
  • Prepare and coordinate planning data for regular meetings, including capacity forecasts and identification of potential bottlenecks.
  • Maintain, design, and continuously improve planning-relevant data within the ERP system (SAGE).
  • Collaborate on the design and optimization of planning and control processes, tools, and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field with 5+ years proven experience in production planning, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Practical experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and workflows.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably SAGE) and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
  • Strong analytical skills with a high level of comfort working with data and forecasting tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with a solution-oriented, structured, and proactive approach.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Compensation Range: $85K--$105K. (Varies depending on relevancy of experience, technical certifications and other job-related criteria)

INNIO offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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