Production Planner - Palmer-Donavin

Overview

Discover Palmer-Donavin

Established in 1907, Palmer-Donavin is a leader in building material distribution and fabrication. Headquartered in Columbus, OH, Palmer-Donavin has 13 locations spread throughout the Midwest and Southeast Regions. As an Employee-Owned business, we take pride in our culture of high performing and engaged employees who make Palmer-Donavin a great place to work.

Professional Growth:

We live by our tagline, We Deliver More®. We believe the work we do is more than “just a job”. At Palmer-Donavin, we make professional development and growth a priority by offering robust training programs, investing in our employees’ continuing education and providing rewarding career paths that allow employees to reach their full potential. We are proud to share that our management ranks are filled with employees who have developed through the organization.

Position Location:

This role will be located out of our Hebron, OH location. 

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Company Performance Bonus
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Program
• Parental Leave
• Career Stability
• Training and Development
• Tuition Assistance
• And Much More!

Responsibilities

The Production Planner is responsible for scheduling and coordinating the manufacturing process to ensure efficient production, timely delivery, and optimal resource utilization. They work closely with various departments to balance supply and demand, monitor production progress, and adjust schedules to address any delays or changes in priorities.

• Develop and maintain production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
• Coordinate with various departments, such as procurement, manufacturing, and quality control, to ensure smooth workflow.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to meet deadlines or address delays.
• Analyze production data to forecast material and resource requirements.
• Optimize resource allocation to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Manage inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess stock.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of raw materials.
• Implement and improve production planning processes and systems.
• Communicate production schedules and priorities to the production team.
• Identify and resolve any issues that may affect production timelines or quality.

Palmer-Donavin participates in E-Verify, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and operates a Drug Free Work Place, a policy which prohibits the use, possession, and/or distribution of medical marijuana in the workplace. A satisfactory pre-hire drug test will be required for hire.

Qualifications

We are seeking highly motivated candidates who have the drive, desire, and motivation to learn and grow in an exciting role with a solid company.  Qualified candidates should be hardworking and able to quickly adapt to change in a fast-paced environment.

Other requirements include:

• A college degree in supply chain, operations, business or relevant program (preferred). Will consider work experience in lieu of degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to problem solve and think critically