Planner
As a Planner, you will be responsible for providing status updates on all items moving through the shop and sending project updates to all stakeholders. You will attend weekly production and project management meetings, as well as bi-weekly sequence update meetings, to ensure the most up-to-date sequences and schedules are communicated. Your role will involve working directly with Project Managers, serving as the primary communication link between Engineering, Shipping, Purchasing, and Production.
Responsibilities
- Provide status updates and percentage completion on items moving through the shop.
- Attend weekly production and project management meetings to stay updated on project progress.
- Participate in bi-weekly sequence update meetings to ensure accurate project schedules.
- Communicate production plans based on sequence and schedule updates.
- Maintain and update customer service sales order statuses.
- Export sequences from Epicor to Excel for weekly project updates.
- Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure clear communication across departments.
- Work with Purchasing to track delivery dates for third-party items and adjust schedules accordingly.
- Communicate sequence changes to all affected teams and proactively address issues.
- Anticipate project timelines and alert teams to potential delays.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Business Management, or equivalent experience in production planning.Fluent in English and Spanish, with strong communication skills.Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably EPICOR, and Microsoft Excel.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage shifting priorities.Understanding of manufacturing workflows from engineering through shipping.Ability to make quick, informed decisions under pressure.Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00 / 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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Chula Vista, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.