Production Planner

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Coordinate production workflows for one or multiple products
  • Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimal delays
  • Determine manpower, equipment, and raw materials needed to fulfill production demand
  • Assign workers and other staff to specific production operations
  • Schedule shifts according to production requirements
  • Monitor jobs to ensure on-time completion and adherence to budget constraints
  • Address issues as they arise, aiming for minimal disruption
  • Gather output data (number of finished products, percentage of defectives, etc.)
  • Prepare and submit status and performance reports
  • Maintain organized documentation
  • Collaborate with quality control, warehouse, and other staff members

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

  • To carry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and departmental works instructions.
  • To contribute to general improvements in the quality of key activities within the department.
  • Comply with all Keystone Tower Systems Company and HSE procedures and policies.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Further education or certification is preferred
  • Experience with MRP II (Manufacturing Resource Planning)
  • Experience in a factory manufacturing environment preferred

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems
  • Strong mathematical and statistical abilities
  • Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts preferred
  • Proven experience as a production planner
  • Excellent knowledge of production planning and quality control principles

Competitive Benefits: (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
  • Starting in 2026, FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
  • FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
  • FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
  • All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
  • All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.

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