Manufacturing Production Planner- Onsite Edmond, OK
Summary
Responsible for creating and optimizing production schedules using ERP/MRP systems to meet demand and delivery commitments. Works with manufacturing and procurement teams to manage resources and inventory.
This position is located in Edmond/North OKC
8:00am- 4:30pm
*Start date could be altered to 6:00am due to being present on manufacturing floor when training is complete*
Monday-Friday
Some extended hours or weekend OT as needed based on business needs
The Production Planner is responsible for creating, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules to ensure efficient use of resources while meeting customer demand, inventory targets, and delivery commitments. This role works cross-functionally with manufacturing, procurement, inventory control, and sales to balance capacity, materials, and timelines.
The day in the life of a Production Planner...
- Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand forecasts, orders, and capacity
- Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure schedules are feasible and adhered to
- Monitor production progress and adjust plans as needed to address delays, material shortages, or capacity constraints
- Analyze demand forecasts, inventory levels, and lead times to support planning decisions
- Collaborate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure materials availability
- Identify and resolve production bottlenecks and inefficiencies
- Communicate schedule changes and priorities clearly to stakeholders
- Track and report key performance metrics such as on-time delivery and schedule adherence
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in planning and production processes
- Maintain accurate planning data in ERP/MRP systems
APMEX is a multibillion-dollar ecommerce company that is the leader in Precious Metals. Our employees love our values and culture. Our APMEX team is large enough to get the job done better than anyone else in the industry, while being small enough to listen to, and care, about our employees. Without their dedication, APMEX would not continue to be named the #1 Specialty eRetailer by Internet Retailer Magazine! Come see why APMEX was "Voted as one of the Best Places to Work in Oklahoma!" and one of the Top Workplaces by the Oklahoman. Join the team today!