Develop and execute detailed production schedules across fabrication, welding, paint, assembly, electrical integration and final builds. Translate customer demand, materials, and labor capacity into executable plans, manage capacity and labor planning, coordinate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Engineering, and Operations, monitor schedule adherence, drive throughput and continuous improvement, and support NPI and production launches to ensure on-time delivery and optimized resource utilization.
GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.
We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.
GTI Values: Safety I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility
GTI Fabrication is seeking a highly organized and execution-driven Production Planner to develop and manage production schedules across multiple manufacturing value streams. This role is responsible for translating customer demand, project requirements, material availability, and labor capacity into executable production plans that drive on-time delivery, operational efficiency, and manufacturing throughput.
The Production Planning Specialist serves as the central coordination point between Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Materials Planning, Project Management, Engineering, and Operations Leadership. This individual is responsible for balancing production demand against available labor, equipment, floor space, and material constraints while ensuring efficient utilization of resources.
The ideal candidate possesses strong manufacturing planning experience within a contract manufacturing, engineered-to-order, or high-mix production environment and understands how to proactively manage capacity, labor planning, overtime requirements, and schedule execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and execute detailed production schedules across fabrication, welding, paint, assembly, electrical integration, and final system build operations.
- Translate customer demand, project schedules, and business priorities into achievable production plans.
- Create daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules that align with operational capacity and customer delivery requirements.
- Continuously evaluate schedule adherence and adjust plans based on changing business conditions.
- Manage schedule priorities across multiple products, projects, and manufacturing work centers. Capacity & Labor Planning
- Evaluate labor capacity against production demand to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Partner with Manufacturing Managers, Value Stream Managers, and Supervisors to develop labor plans that support production requirements.
- Identify labor constraints and recommend staffing adjustments, overtime requirements, shift modifications, or resource reallocations.
- Monitor workforce utilization and productivity metrics.
- Support long-range workforce planning and capacity forecasting initiatives. Production Readiness & Execution
- Ensure production schedules align with material availability and Clear-to-Build status.
- Collaborate with Materials Planning and Procurement teams to identify and mitigate potential shortages.
- Monitor production progress against schedule and proactively address risks impacting delivery commitments.
- Facilitate daily production review meetings focused on schedule attainment, bottlenecks, and recovery actions.
- Support manufacturing leadership in prioritizing production activities and resolving capacity conflicts. Manufacturing Performance & Throughput Optimization
- Analyze production flow, bottlenecks, labor utilization, and work center loading.
- Drive schedule optimization initiatives to improve throughput, efficiency, and resource utilization.
- Balance workload across manufacturing areas to maximize operational performance.
- Monitor production metrics and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Support Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives. Cross-Functional Coordination
- Partner closely with Project Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Operations Leadership.
- Coordinate engineering changes, customer priorities, and schedule impacts across production plans.
- Communicate schedule risks, recovery plans, and operational constraints to key stakeholders.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and production launch planning.
- Participate in S&OP, production planning, and operational review meetings. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Production Schedule Adherence
- On-Time Delivery (OTD)
- Capacity Utilization
- Labor Utilization
- Overtime Effectiveness
- Throughput Performance
- Work Center Efficiency
- Production Attainment
- Manufacturing Lead Time
- Schedule Stability
- Resource Utilization
- Manufacturing Output
Production Scheduling & Planning
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 5+ years of Production Planning, Manufacturing Planning, Scheduling, Operations Planning, or Supply Chain Planning experience.
- Experience in contract manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, modular construction, data center infrastructure, or engineered-to-order manufacturing environments.
- Strong understanding of:
- Production Scheduling
- Capacity Planning
- Labor Planning
- Manufacturing Operations
- ERP/MRP Systems
- Shop Floor Execution
- Resource Planning
- Experience managing production schedules across multiple work centers and manufacturing disciplines.
- Advanced Excel and ERP system proficiency. Preferred Qualifications
- APICS CPIM certification.
- Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting fabrication, welding, electrical integration, paint, and industrial assembly operations.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and production flow optimization.
Required Qualifications
Benefits & Perks
GTI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.
GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.
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