Production Planning Assistant

Are you highly organized, computer-savvy, and looking for a role with a clear path for professional growth? Our firm is representing a thriving manufacturing organization that is currently expanding its Planning and Production team. We are seeking a Production Planning Assistant to serve as a critical link between Sales and the Shop Floor. While this is an entry-level role where we will provide full training on our specialized ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system, it is much more than "just data entry." You will be supporting a high-volume planning group that handles the lifeblood of the company: work orders and new product quotes.

Key Responsibilities:

Work Order Generation:

Utilize the company's ERP software to create and manage production work orders, ensuring the shop floor has exactly what they need to stay on schedule.

Quoting Support:

Assist the Sales and Planning groups by managing a high volume of email communication to gather data for new product quotes.

Administrative Coordination:

Maintain accurate digital records and ensure all production data is entered with 100% accuracy.

Process Growth:

As you master the ERP system and the quoting process, you will have the opportunity to take on more complex planning responsibilities within the group.

Requirements:

Computer Literacy:

You must be highly proficient with technology and comfortable learning new, complex software systems.

Microsoft Suite Expertise:

Strong working knowledge of Outlook (for high-volume email), Excel , and Word is essential. The "Reliability"

Factor:

Standard hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, but you must be willing to work overtime as needed, including occasional half-day Saturdays to meet production goals.

Communication Skills:

Professional verbal and written communication is required for interacting with Sales, Planning, and Production teams.

Preferred Experience:

Previous experience using an ERP system (such as SAP, Oracle, JobBOSS, or similar) is a significant plus, but we are willing to train the right person with strong mechanical/technical aptitude. Why Apply?

Comprehensive Training:

We will teach you the technical side of production planning from the ground up.

Stable Industry:

Work for a growing company with a consistent workload and a supportive team environment.

Career Trajectory:

This role is designed for someone who wants to grow. As our production volume increases, so does the opportunity for you to advance within the Planning department.

Compensation / Pay

Rate (Up to): $19.50