Production planner

Job Title: Production Planner Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Production Planner. In this role, you will play a crucial part in compiling and recording production data while preparing records and reports on production, consumption of raw materials, and other aspects of production.

Responsibilities

• Compile and record production data from documents such as customer and manufacturing orders.

• Lead the implementation and training of scheduling tools within the business, including ERP systems like SAP.

• Calculate factors such as types and quantities of items produced, materials used, scrap amounts, and work production rates.

• Manage and maintain records, files, and documents related to completed work.

• Manage material planning by opening manufacturing orders, releasing them to business units, and maintaining MRP parameters to support current and future demand planning.

• Prepare written work schedules based on established guidelines and priorities.

• Verify and correct manufacturing transactions to close work orders.

• Issue stock requisitions as needed.

• Handle all cycle count-related issues.

• Ensure timely month-end and year-end reporting.

• Communicate customer order risks to customer service.

• Manage DSA for customers.

• Demonstrate the ability to work additional hours with short notice.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial settings.

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or production planning.

• 3+ years of experience using ERP tools (SAP, Oracle, JDE, etc.).

• 3+ years of experience using Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to ordering products from overseas suppliers.

• Positive attitude and effective communication skills.

• Ownership of workload, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.

• Willingness to support teammates and their workloads.

• Approachable, demonstrating partnership and teamwork.

• Respectful, professional, and reliable.

• Invested in team culture, displaying transparency and honesty.

Work Environment

This position is 100% onsite, Monday to Friday from 7 am to 3:30 pm, with flexibility to start or leave early by up to 60 minutes. You will work in a modern and professional office environment with a large office staff and multiple departments. The team structure includes a total of 8 people, with 4 specific to this role. The workspace features an open floor plan with cubicles, a three-sided desk, and stand-up desk options. The company is growing, offering numerous opportunities for career advancement and positive changes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Loves Park, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Loves Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.