Production Planner
Company: Aston Carter
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Production Planner
Job Description As a Production Planner, you will be responsible
for all planning functions and activities to support the product
line through the manufacturing cycle. This includes scheduling
sales orders, managing shop floor movements, and ensuring timely
shipment of products. You will create and maintain an efficient
demand and supply chain, ensuring inventory levels align with
market forecasts. Your role is crucial in ensuring a smooth and
cost-efficient flow of operations, delivering high-quality products
to our customers on time. Responsibilities Set up and manage
product line SIOP meetings, reviewing and maintaining planning
parameters including forecasting, demand and capacity planning, and
inventory. Develop and improve planning techniques and processes to
minimize inventory levels, improve cash flow, and maximize
efficiencies. Work with the Value Stream to provide order status,
order details, and any recovery plans required to support customer
needs. Liaise between planning, purchasing, manufacturing,
engineering, customer service, and sales teams regarding production
schedules. Essential Skills Experience in production planning,
production scheduling, and supply chain management in a
manufacturing setting. Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly
JDE. Ability to quickly adapt and learn on the job. Knowledge of
inventory management, production control, and material planning.
Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Business,
Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field. 1-3 years
of planning experience in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of
Supply Chain Planning and Lean Manufacturing concepts. Working
knowledge of MRP systems and experience with demand analytics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong interpersonal and
communication skills. Organizational and problem-solving skills.
Continuous improvement and Root Cause Analysis mindset. Work
Environment You will be working alongside two other planners and
will be required to collaborate closely with shop employees on the
floor. The role offers a dynamic and interactive work environment
within a growing company. It is a contract position with the
potential for full-time hire, providing opportunities for growth
and long-term tenure. Job Type & Location This is a Contract
position based out of Milwaukee, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range
for this position is $28.85 - $33.65/hr. Eligibility requirements
apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification
and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible,
the benefits available for this temporary role may include the
following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident,
and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax
contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D
for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability •
Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee
Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan
30, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class
corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the
globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent
acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative
professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading
companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive
network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent
community with agility and excellence. With offices across the
U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of
the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of
Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all
applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion,
national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation,
gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic
protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable
accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job
application process or interviewing process due to a disability,
please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other
accommodation options.
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