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Aston Carter Production Planner in Oceanside, California
Job Title: Production PlannerJob Description
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Production Planner to join our manufacturing site in Oceanside. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring our products are available on shelves by utilizing our ERP system and Excel to manage inventory and demand. The ideal candidate will act as a 'human MRP' to facilitate the go-live process and integrate fully with our Acumatica system.
Responsibilities
Utilize the Acumatica ERP system for production planning.
Download information from the ERP system to Excel and analyze data to determine inventory needs.
Create and review analytical reports to determine inventory requirements and demand from sales orders.
Identify critical materials and create comprehensive reports.
Issue work orders to the manufacturing team to ensure timely production.
Engage in regular email and Teams meetings to maintain effective communication and calendar management.
Collaborate with the systems team to implement changes, revisions, and additions to the ERP system.
Essential Skills
5-7 years of production planning experience.
Intermediate or higher proficiency in Excel, including the use of simple formulas and pivot tables.
Experience with ERP systems, particularly in a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with supply chain management.
Familiarity with injection molding and minor assembly processes.
Experience in biopharma or research industries is a plus.
Work Environment
This role is primarily based at our manufacturing site in Oceanside, with initial training occurring 1-2 days per week on-site and flexibility for virtual work thereafter. The standard shift is Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, with no overtime required. Our company culture is collaborative and supportive, with a focus on continuous improvement and achieving excellence. We recently achieved ISO certification and are excited about our growth plans for 2025.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $44.00/hr.
• 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 Oceanside,CA.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 6, 2024.
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.