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Excelitas Technologies
Production Planning Supervisor
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A Production Supervisor supervises workers and production schedules, monitors supplies, and oversees quality assurance at a production facility.
$70,154 / year median in Colorado
+7% projected growth
Job Description
ENABLE your future through light.
Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors.
ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL. We are presently seeking a Production Planning Supervisor who be responsible for supervising and coordinating production planning activities for optical components and systems. Supervise and lead the production planning team for optical manufacturing operations (e.g., lenses, mirrors, coatings, assemblies)
Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer orders, forecasts, and capacity constraints
Coordinate material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure availability of raw materials and components
Monitor production progress and adjust plans to address delays, equipment issues, or supply disruptions
Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure compliance with optical specifications and tolerances
Optimize workflow, capacity utilization, and throughput in high-precision manufacturing processes
Analyze production data and KPIs (on-time delivery, cycle time, yield, WIP levels) to identify improvement opportunities
Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma) to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
Communicate production status, risks, and mitigation plans to management and stakeholders
Train, mentor, and evaluate planning team members
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Other duties as assigned Requirements 3-5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing operations
At least 1-2 years of direct supervisory or team leadership experience
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, SAP a plus
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar data tools Benefits start day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Holiday Pay, PAID Maternity/Paternity leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Long-term and Short-term disability.