Production Control Kanban Planner

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Date:

May 14, 2026

Location:

Salem, IL, US, 62881

Company:

North American Lighting Job Summary Who We Are North American Lighting Inc., member of the Koito Group of Companies, is the largest tier one automotive exterior lighting manufacturer in North America. As the market share leader in exterior automotive lighting, NAL provides advanced lighting technology, engineering design expertise, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to auto makers based in North America and around the world. Our Opportunity North American Lighting (NAL) is looking for a Production Control Kanban Planner to join our team. The ideal candidate will monitor and facilitate adherence to Kanban system within the NAL production system in order to help the manufacturing floor to achieve required operational efficiencies. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Your Priorities Promotes and maintains the culture of Kanban within the plant. Audits the Kanban system to ensure compliance throughout the manufacturing facility. Determines and maintains required Kanban card levels to meet production schedules and inventory targets for current and new launch. Performs audits of Kanban cards and packaging. Advises manufacturing staff of non-compliance to the Kanban policy, and escalates issues to PC Supervisor, when necessary. Tracks, monitors parts on the interplant order sheets to insure all shipments are met. Including tracking of inventory accuracy in the AS400. The salary range for this position is $40,500 - $62,600 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled. Requirements Your Background High School Diploma or GED, plus 2+ years of progressive manufacturing experience. Associate's Degree in Business or a related discipline preferred. At North American Lighting Team Member Benefits World class health insurance plans Award winning 401k plan Relocation assistance Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc) Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.) Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement Diversity at

NAL:

The mission of NAL's Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL's ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities. You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requisition ID:

21556

Location:

Salem Plant