Description

Job Title: Production Planner (Contract)

Contract Duration: 12 months (dependent on support needs)

Overview:

The Production Planner will develop and implement production build plans by evaluating sales order priorities, material availability, cost, and production capacity. This role partners closely with Production leadership to optimize output and labor across product lines. Working under moderate supervision, the position applies industry principles and concepts of production planning and maintains general knowledge of industry standards.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

Analyze sales orders within planning lead time to ensure material availability for scheduled orders.

Maintain accurate sales order due dates aligned with material availability and capacity constraints.

Collaborate with Sales Support teams to revise priorities and reschedule orders as needed.

Ensure customer delivery requirements are met.

Coordinate with Operations Project Managers and Material Coordinators on engineering change implementations.

Participate in material allocations in collaboration with Sales and Integrated Business Planning (IBP).

Perform trend and issue analysis related to production planning and contribute to resolution strategies.

Represent the planning function on cross-functional project teams.

Use planning tools to develop tactical inventory and supply solutions.

Support Production Supervisors and Leads in root-cause analysis activities.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

APICS Certification

Experience with QAD / SAP systems

Advanced proficiency in Excel and Word; intermediate proficiency in PowerPoint

Strong planning, analytical, attention to detail, and organizational skills

Positive interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving

Knowledge of business systems in Sales Order Management, Production Scheduling, Inventory Control, ERP/MRP, and Procurement

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Working Conditions:

Office and light industrial environment

Skills

planner, production, analysis, production scheduling, ERP, production planning, operations management

Top Skills Details

planner, production, analysis

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

APICS Certification

Experience with QAD / SAP systems

Advanced proficiency in Excel and Word; intermediate proficiency in PowerPoint

Strong planning, analytical, attention to detail, and organizational skills

Positive interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving

Knowledge of business systems in Sales Order Management, Production Scheduling, Inventory Control, ERP/MRP, and Procurement

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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 Redmond,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 4, 2025.

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.