Manufacturing Planner

Aerotek • Lyons, GA • 14h ago

Job Title: Manufacturing Planner Job Description

Maintain an effective flow of the work order system and assist in developing a comprehensive program to meet facility needs. This role involves collaborating with the Maintenance Manager to plan shutdowns and organize parts needed for each job, while adhering to company safety policies and procedures. Taking ownership and care of company property is essential.

Responsibilities

Maintain the work order system, ensuring accuracy in Maintenance Connection.

Ensure work orders are issued to corresponding supervisors daily.

Coordinate work for fab shop team members and shutdown work with the Maintenance Manager.

Oversee kitting of parts for scheduled work and order necessary parts.

Assist in maintaining inventory in the storeroom and reordering parts for stocking levels.

Review and finalize work orders in Maintenance Connection before closure.

Enter work orders in Maintenance Connection as needed.

Review work orders to ensure frequency matches needs and adjust accordingly with managerial approval.

Assign a couple of work orders weekly to maintain workflow.

Confer with engineering and purchasing personnel and vendors about stock procurement and availability.

Receive all inventory/non-inventory items timely.

Ensure electronic inventory system scanning equipment functions efficiently, providing manual sign-out sheets if needed.

Perform other duties and assist in projects as directed by the manager.

Escalate concerns or problems requiring managerial approval immediately.

Comply with company policies, food safety, quality, GMP's, and safety standards.

Essential Skills

Reading, Writing, Math, and English at a high school level.

Knowledge of inventory control.

Three years' experience as a Planner/Scheduler or equivalent relevant experience.

Experience in computerized maintenance or stockroom systems (SAP, MP2, Maintenance Connections, etc.).

Industrial knowledge.

Ability to work rotating shifts.

Effective communication skills.

Forklift operation proficiency and ability to obtain a COS forklift certification.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, CMMS, etc.).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience working in a supply chain and production scheduling environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values safety, precision, and innovation. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development, ensuring a rewarding career path. Be part of a culture that promotes work-life balance and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

The position requires adherence to safety protocols, including wearing personal protective equipment such as hard hats, hearing, eye, and foot protection. Regular safety training is provided, covering programs like fire safety, emergency evacuation, and forklift operation. The workplace emphasizes good manufacturing practices and food safety. Rotating shifts and physical fitness are required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lyons, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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 Lyons,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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