Production planner

Full job description

• Plans and develops the short term master production schedule which includes the facilitation and monitoring of raw materials, forecasting, customer orders, capacity constraints and work orders to maintain maximum efficiency, and ensure orders are produced on time for distribution. Analyzes effectiveness and efficiency levels and modifies adjustments in customer requirements.

• Coordinates and communicates with all departments on the production of scheduled items.

• Continuously strives to produce more visible, accurate and timely schedules. Evaluates, analyzes, recommends and implements enhancements to existing flows and processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

• Monitors and analyzes production statistics, such as downtime, productivity, etc. and provides recommendations on performance changes to existing standards.

• Assists in the coordination of forecasting and plant operation activities as they relate to the production plan. Leads and/or participates on various project teams to determine future planning needs, discuss trends, review plan success, and make adjustments as needed.

• Drives inventory down by balancing inventory carrying costs with costumer fill rates, plant capacity, supplier on time delivery, and inventory accuracy

• Ensure all relevant information and documentation is captured and handled uniformly within the system. Responsible for the accuracy and data integrity of the system as it pertains to production planning.

• May participate in long-term and short-term forecasting, identifying trends, and analyzing customer demands to ensure maximum efficiency and cost effectiveness.

• Ensures compliance with formulated planning strategies, policies and procedures.

Knowledge & Background Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management or equivalent.

Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of experience planning production processes and schedules within a manufacturing environment.

• Process oriented production planning, process/systems development and implementation experience.

• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with a variety of individuals and departments.

• Extensive knowledge of production, warehouse and shipping operations.

• Ability to work independent and in a team environment.

• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access and Outlook), JDEdwards, Business Objects or related ERP or MRP systems such as Kinaxis Rapid Response. Skills in developing custom reports/data and spreadsheets to identify trends, plan effective and changing demands using advanced analytical abilities.

• Good knowledge of business operations with a sharp focus on the order-to-cash cycle.

• Self-motivated independent thinker able to perform multiple tasks without direct supervision.

A few pointers about our culture:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation are in our bones! We authentically innovate trusted equipment that gets people out there.
• We are laser-focused on our consumers, and passionate about inspiring people to actively engage with the amazing awe of the outdoors again and again.
• We strive to create meaningful, healthy change in the world as individuals and as a family of brands.
• We value diversity and team members who are willing to wear multiple hats; who take personal initiative, anticipating what needs to be done, and figuring things out to make them happen; but who are also willing to ask for help, to assist others and work together.

What you will receive:

• Share in the company’s success - Competitive base salary, with additional earning potential through participation in the annual discretionary cash profit sharing program, eligibility for annual pay increases, and employee stock purchase plans.
• Find your work/life balance with generous paid time off and holiday benefits, health insurance and wellness plans.
• Further your career with training opportunities including our tuition assistance program.
• Plan for your future with our 401k with company match and deferred retirement contributions, Sons & Daughters Scholarship program, life and LTD insurance, employee stock purchase plan, and more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Johnson Outdoors (and all subsidiaries) without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Johnson Outdoors is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact Human Resources at to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About Us:

JOHNSON OUTDOORS is a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technologies that inspire more people to experience the awe of the great outdoors. The company designs, manufactures, and markets a portfolio of winning, consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft Recreation, Fishing, Diving and Camping. Johnson Outdoors' iconic brands include: Old Town® canoes and kayaks; Ocean Kayak™; Carlisle® paddles; Minn Kota® fishing motors, batteries, and anchors; Cannon® downriggers; Humminbird® marine electronics and charts; SCUBAPRO® dive equipment; Jetboil® outdoor cooking systems; and Eureka!®camping and hiking equipment. Founded in 1970 by Samuel C. Johnson, the Company has delivered double-digit compound annual growth over its history, evolving from a single brand into a nearly $663 million global enterprise with around 1,300 employees across 18 countries.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)