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Production Control Planner
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing precision manufacturing organization in Blaine, MN to identify a Production Control Planner who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Industry
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing precision manufacturing organization in Blaine, MN to identify a Production Control Planner who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on, highly collaborative role responsible for keeping production schedules on track, balancing machine capacity and customer deadlines, and ensuring jobs move efficiently through the manufacturing process.
The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working closely with production leadership to anticipate challenges, resolve bottlenecks, and support on-time delivery.
Location: Blaine, MN
Key responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on customer orders, machine capacity, material availability, and changing priorities.
Monitor work-in-process (WIP), job progress, and production timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
Evaluate machine and department capacity to identify scheduling conflicts, bottlenecks, and production constraints.
Coordinate daily with Production Supervisors, Department Leads, Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing to keep production aligned.
Track work orders from release through completion, proactively identifying at-risk orders and developing recovery plans.
Maintain accurate scheduling, work-order, and production data within the ERP/MRP system.
Monitor production metrics, including lead times, capacity utilization, WIP, and on-time delivery performance.
Communicate schedule changes, production priorities, and potential delays to key stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve production flow, minimize downtime, and increase overall manufacturing efficiency.
Ideal profile
3–5 years of experience in production planning, production control, scheduling, or a related manufacturing role.
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, capacity planning, and workflow management.
Experience within CNC machining or precision manufacturing is strongly preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt quickly to changing production demands.
Comfortable collaborating with production teams and spending time on the manufacturing floor.
Compensation & benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off and paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
A collaborative manufacturing environment focused on continuous improvement
Interested? Apply today!
NextPlay Jobs is excited to connect with production planning professionals who are ready to make a meaningful impact on manufacturing operations.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
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About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.
Jobs
Production Control Planner
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing precision manufacturing organization in Blaine, MN to identify a Production Control Planner who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Industry
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing precision manufacturing organization in Blaine, MN to identify a Production Control Planner who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on, highly collaborative role responsible for keeping production schedules on track, balancing machine capacity and customer deadlines, and ensuring jobs move efficiently through the manufacturing process.
The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working closely with production leadership to anticipate challenges, resolve bottlenecks, and support on-time delivery.
Location: Blaine, MN
Key responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on customer orders, machine capacity, material availability, and changing priorities.
Monitor work-in-process (WIP), job progress, and production timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
Evaluate machine and department capacity to identify scheduling conflicts, bottlenecks, and production constraints.
Coordinate daily with Production Supervisors, Department Leads, Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing to keep production aligned.
Track work orders from release through completion, proactively identifying at-risk orders and developing recovery plans.
Maintain accurate scheduling, work-order, and production data within the ERP/MRP system.
Monitor production metrics, including lead times, capacity utilization, WIP, and on-time delivery performance.
Communicate schedule changes, production priorities, and potential delays to key stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve production flow, minimize downtime, and increase overall manufacturing efficiency.
Ideal profile
3–5 years of experience in production planning, production control, scheduling, or a related manufacturing role.
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, capacity planning, and workflow management.
Experience within CNC machining or precision manufacturing is strongly preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt quickly to changing production demands.
Comfortable collaborating with production teams and spending time on the manufacturing floor.
Compensation & benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off and paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
A collaborative manufacturing environment focused on continuous improvement
Interested? Apply today!
NextPlay Jobs is excited to connect with production planning professionals who are ready to make a meaningful impact on manufacturing operations.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.
Jobs
Production Control Planner
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing precision manufacturing organization in Blaine, MN to identify a Production Control Planner who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Industry
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
NextPlay Jobs is partnering with a growing precision manufacturing organization in Blaine, MN to identify a Production Control Planner who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on, highly collaborative role responsible for keeping production schedules on track, balancing machine capacity and customer deadlines, and ensuring jobs move efficiently through the manufacturing process.
The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working closely with production leadership to anticipate challenges, resolve bottlenecks, and support on-time delivery.
Location: Blaine, MN
Key responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on customer orders, machine capacity, material availability, and changing priorities.
Monitor work-in-process (WIP), job progress, and production timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
Evaluate machine and department capacity to identify scheduling conflicts, bottlenecks, and production constraints.
Coordinate daily with Production Supervisors, Department Leads, Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing to keep production aligned.
Track work orders from release through completion, proactively identifying at-risk orders and developing recovery plans.
Maintain accurate scheduling, work-order, and production data within the ERP/MRP system.
Monitor production metrics, including lead times, capacity utilization, WIP, and on-time delivery performance.
Communicate schedule changes, production priorities, and potential delays to key stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve production flow, minimize downtime, and increase overall manufacturing efficiency.
Ideal profile
3–5 years of experience in production planning, production control, scheduling, or a related manufacturing role.
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, capacity planning, and workflow management.
Experience within CNC machining or precision manufacturing is strongly preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt quickly to changing production demands.
Comfortable collaborating with production teams and spending time on the manufacturing floor.
Compensation & benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off and paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
A collaborative manufacturing environment focused on continuous improvement
Interested? Apply today!
NextPlay Jobs is excited to connect with production planning professionals who are ready to make a meaningful impact on manufacturing operations.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.