Production Planning Supervisor

Production Planning Supervisor

Direct Hire (Full-Time)

Onsite – Billerica, MA

We are looking for a skilled Production Planning Supervisor to support and optimize production operations for our expanding systems product lines at the Billerica, MA facility. This individual will be responsible for developing and executing the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to meet customer requirements while maintaining lean and efficient inventory levels. The role requires strong organizational ability, a proactive mindset, and the drive to excel in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in lean manufacturing, MRP planning, inventory optimization, and Kanban systems, along with proven communication and leadership skills. Experience managing complex Bills of Materials (BOMs) and resolving cross-functional production challenges is important. This position reports directly to the Director of Manufacturing – Systems Products.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner daily with operations, purchasing, logistics, and shop floor teams to achieve production targets and schedule commitments.
• Lead and mentor a team of buyer-planners, ensuring operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Establish and communicate lead times and shipment schedules to the sales team based on material availability and production capacity.
• Analyze available capacity, highlight potential risks, and recommend mitigation strategies to management.
• Release and prioritize work orders based on MRP recommendations and Kanban triggers to support production schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to align on internal and external customer requirements.
• Track actual performance against the Master Production Plan, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.
• Recommend and drive enhancements to planning processes, tools, and systems.
• Collaborate with warehouse teams to reconcile and resolve inventory variances.
• Support work order closure processes and resolve material transaction issues promptly.
• Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by planning build capacity and ensuring material readiness.
• Manage supplier quotations, PO awards, and related MRP or Kanban actions required to keep production on schedule.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support overall operational goals.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; APICS certification is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Teams and the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
• Familiarity with Oracle Cloud or Thruput is desired.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and balance multiple priorities effectively.