Production Planner Job at Rittal LLC in Urbana

Rittal, LLC has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor and hybrid applications.

Production Planner is responsible for developing and executing production schedules to optimize resource utilization, meet customer demand, and ensure on-time delivery. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, proficiency in SAP PP & MM, and a deep understanding of production planning for complex, high-volume environments with fluctuating demand.

Primary Activities/Duties:

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules, considering factors such as customer demand, material availability, capacity constraints, and production lead times.
• Release production orders in SAP in alignment with the production plan.
• Collaborate closely with procurement and production teams to ensure accurate lead times and efficient material flow.
• Monitor production schedule adherence and identify potential bottlenecks or disruptions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce costs.
• Participate in production planning meetings to communicate effectively and gather relevant information.
• Utilize advanced analytical skills to optimize resource allocation and improve overall production performance.
• Proactively identify and resolve production issues to minimize disruptions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance production planning processes.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Requires long durations on the manufacturing floor and/or long durations in the office at a computer.  Stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently throughout the work shift. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, waist level.

Mental Requirements: 

Work in a fast paced environment, adapt to assignment changes easily, ability to multi-task, learn office procedures and learn and use new software.  Must be detail oriented; communicate effectively via oral and written communications with all levels of employees, customers and vendors. Self-starter willing to work through and seek answers to on going new requirements. Must be able to work with minimum supervision.

Safety Requirements:

Wear safety-toed footwear, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection and additional personal protective equipment where required.

Direction & Decision Making:

Complete directives given either verbally or written, make and assist in determining logical decisions.

Relationship:

Direct Contacts: PPC Manager, Production Planning Supervisor, Production Planning U& Control Team Members, Buyers, Managers, Supervisors, Production team, sales operations, internal and external vendors and customers

Indirect Contacts:  All other departments throughout the plant

Knowledge & Experience:

• 4-year degree in Management or Technical training or equivalent experience
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred
• Proven experience in production planning, preferably in a manufacturing environment with high product variability and complex constraints.
• Advanced proficiency in SAP PP & MM, with a strong preference for APO PP/DS experience.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Agile mindset and ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Work Environment:

Must work in both office and plant floor environment.

Rittal, LLC is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399-0500.

This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Rittal North America LLC is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EOE, including Disability/Vets.

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