Dyersburg, United States of AmericaMid · 2-5 years
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About this role
Production Planner
Cooling the Cloud. Protecting the Planet
Nortek Data Center Cooling builds the systems that keep modern data centers running — from liquid cooling to large‑scale air solutions. Our work supports some of the world’s most demanding AI and hyperscale environments, and we solve those challenges with engineering depth and practical execution.
We keep things simple here. We communicate early, stay close to the details, and follow through. When issues come up, we address them directly, not with layers of process. Customers count on us because we do what we say and we keep projects moving.
Our culture is hands‑on and collaborative. People take ownership, move quickly, and help each other. If you like working with teammates who are straightforward and accountable, you’ll feel at home.
With the backing of Madison Air, we have the scale, stability, and manufacturing footprint to support complex, high‑growth programs.
Reports To
Supply Chain Scheduling Manager
Role Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining feasible production schedules that balance customer demand, capacity, inventory targets, and operational constraints. This role acts as the central integrator between Sales, Operations, Procurement, and Manufacturing to ensure on-time delivery, stable production flow, and optimal inventory levels.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Scheduling
Develop and maintain master production schedules (MPS) aligned with demand forecasts, customer orders, and inventory strategies
Translate sales forecasts and firm orders into executable production plans
Optimize schedules to balance capacity, labor, materials, and equipment constraints
Sequence production orders to minimize changeovers, downtime, and waste
Maintain planning parameters (lead times, lot sizes, safety stock) in ERP/MRP systems
Cross-Functional Coordination
Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Procurement to align priorities and resolve conflicts
Participate in S&OP / IBP processes, providing schedule feasibility and capacity insights
Communicate schedule changes, risks, and tradeoffs clearly to stakeholders
Inventory & Material Alignment
Ensure production plans support inventory targets for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
Collaborate with purchasing to align production schedules with supplier lead times and constraints
Proactively identify material shortages or excess risks and recommend mitigation actions
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
Track and analyze KPIs such as schedule adherence, on-time delivery, inventory turns, and capacity utilization
Identify root causes of schedule disruptions and drive corrective actions
Support lean, continuous improvement, and system optimization initiatives
Maintain accurate master data to ensure planning integrity
Key Metrics for Success
Schedule adherence / plan attainment
Customer on-time-in-full (OTIF)
Inventory turns and excess/obsolete inventory
Capacity utilization
Forecast-to-plan alignment
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–7 years of experience in production planning, master scheduling, or manufacturing supply chain
Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, JD Edwards, etc.)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Preferred Qualifications
APICS/ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP)
Experience supporting S&OP / IBP processes
Experience in a multi-product, variable-demand manufacturing environment
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
Critical Skills & Competencies
Ability to balance competing priorities and make tradeoff decisions
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Attention to data accuracy and detail
Comfortable working in fast-paced, changing environments
Influential without direct authority
Nortek Data Center Cooling. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nortek Air Management and its divisions offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HAS and 401(k) Plan with company contributions. To apply, please visit our career site at www.nortekair.com/careers.
