BE A PART OF A GROWING TEAM! JOIN LOC PERFORMANCE AS A PRODUCTION PLANNING ASSOCIATE! Loc Performance, headquartered in Plymouth, MI, provides track systems, mechanical systems, armor products, fabricated structures, and rubberized products for military, agricultural, and construction applications. With proven capabilities in product design and development through production, Loc offers comprehensive solutions and exceptional customer service to produce the highest quality products at competitive pricing. Loc has over 1,750,000 square feet of manufacturing space with facilities in Plymouth, Lansing, Lapeer, Michigan, and St. Marys, Ohio with more than 980 total employees. Learn more at www.locperformance.com. Summary: The Production Planning Associate is responsible for supporting production planning activities, coordinating schedules, and ensuring the efficient flow of materials and resources to meet production targets within a manufacturing environment. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field. Relevant coursework in production planning is beneficial. Entry-level position or 1-2 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or related roles within a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP systems, and production planning software. Knowledge of planning methodologies like MRP (Material Requirements Planning) is advantageous. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. + Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules, considering factors such as resource availability, capacity, and demand forecasts. + Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and supplies needed for production. + Monitor and manage orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing to meet production requirements and customer delivery schedules. + Assist in analyzing production capacities, identifying constraints, and making recommendations to optimize production efficiency. + Analyze production data, performance metrics, and inventory levels to identify trends, forecast needs, and suggest improvements in production planning. + Liaise with production teams, logistics, and other departments to communicate production plans, resolve scheduling conflicts, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. + Maintain accurate records of production schedules, inventory levels, and production-related data. Prepare reports and analyses for management review. + Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting and implementing enhancements to production planning processes. + Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and standard operating procedures in production planning activities. + Provide support to production managers and supervisors as needed, assisting in resolving operational issues and ensuring smooth workflow. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual will need to perform the following competencies. Quantity of Work The quantity of work produced and the promptness with which it is completed. Quality of Work The ability displayed and accuracy of work produced, meeting company standards, and requiring little to no rework. Judgement/Knowledge of Job Knowledge of job, techniques, skills, equipment, procedures, materials, etc. Attendance/Dependability Punctuality and attendance. Teamwork/ Attitude Willingness and cooperativeness with co-workers and supervisors; ability to accept constructive criticism. Initiative/Independence The degree to which an employee searches out new tasks and expands their ability to perform assigned tasks without direct supervision. Adherence to Policy Follow quality environmental policies and have knowledge of AS9100 and IS14001. Adherence to Safety Follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPE. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Loc Performance is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.