Konecranes

Production Planner - Watertown, WI

Watertown, Wisconsin, United States · On-site · Full-time

Apply on the employer’s site ↗See how well you match this job

You apply directly with the employer. ROLIVA does not submit applications from this page and is not the employer.

About the role

Description from the employer’s posting. Check the employer’s page for the current version.

EmployerKonecranes
LocationWatertown, Wisconsin, United States
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted1 month ago

POSITION TITLE: Production Planner

REPORTS TO: Production Control Supervisor

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is responsible for the planning and scheduling to ensure parts are available to meet customer delivery requirements and avoid manufacturing delays in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Review demand for upcoming planned order requirements. Develop a production schedule for the shop floor to ensure on time delivery.
Run daily and weekly SAP reports to provide summary information to management and departments outside of Operations on manufacturing and sales order status along with our delivery capabilities.
Ensure the daily release of production orders to facilitate the production floor and the purchase of raw material.
Attend and actively participate in production meetings.
Work with Order Management on new sales orders as well as communicating changes in estimated shipping dates of existing orders.
Work with shop floor supervisor to develop and review capacity report and adjust orders to address either under or over capacity situations. Then schedule orders accordingly to your analysis.
Work with his / her manager on planning strategies that reduce costs and/or lead-time.
Work with other members of the team to cross train each other to provide backup capabilities for each other.
Work with the shipping department to set up shipping schedules for large items to meet customer shipment requirements.
Interface with project management, sales, and engineering to determine material release dates required for products.
Promotes and participates in safety initiatives, including safety programs, training, accident investigations, accident prevention/corrective action, and setting safe work practices within the department.

Show full description

EXPERIENCE: Minimum 2 years’ experience or Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management. Knowledge of common manufacturing processes required. APICS certification preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication along with strong interpersonal skills. Ability to use Microsoft Office and ERP software (SAP preferred). Knowledgeable with ISO quality requirements, OSHA standards, and Kaizen or lean manufacturing principles.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical requirements may include lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category

What we offer:

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.

See how well you match this job Apply on the employer’s site ↗

Check your resume against this job Free, no sign-up. Nothing you paste is stored.

Staying safe while you apply

Never pay to apply, interview or accept an offer. ROLIVA never asks you for payment to apply to a job.
Apply only through the official “Apply on the employer’s site” button, on the employer’s own site, and check that a recruiter’s email uses that employer’s own domain rather than a free email address.
Be cautious of an offer made with no real interview, or pressure to decide quickly or share financial details early.

Does something look wrong with this listing? Use “Report broken link” in the role details, or read ROLIVA’s full job-safety guidance ↗.

Preparing for this role with ROLIVA

Check the fit.
Compare the requirements with the experience you have confirmed, including gaps.
Prepare honestly.
Build interview stories and application drafts from your own evidence.
Keep track.
Save the role and record your own application status and follow-ups.

Create a free workspace or log in.