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Sr. Production/Development Planner Job in Hamilton, Ohio US

Sr. Production/Development Planner

Pole/Zero Acquisition, Inc. - Hamilton, OH

Posted: 6/26/2025 - Expires: 9/24/2025

Job ID: 290970611

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Job Description

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.
Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products - engineered components and subsystems - for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

Why work for us?

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It's our values - Connecting and Protecting People - that defines us to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially ourselves.

Summary:

As a Senior Production / Development Planner at Microwave Products Group - Pole/Zero in West Chester, OH, you will be responsible for responsible for developing the master production schedule to satisfy customer demand. Will also be responsible for providing the plant with a monthly production plan consistent with plant capacity and sales forecasts including development planning.

Primary Responsibilities:

Create and maintain Master Production Schedule for entire facility. Utilizing production capacity, taking into consideration the sales forecast, and new business opportunities.
Analyze and identify risks associated with the options built into the Master Production Schedule, including manufacturing lead times.
Perform supply-demand analysis each quarter, highlighting areas of concern for the next 12 months.
Ensure coordination with plant Planners to execute the Production Plan on a weekly and monthly basis.
Support the S&OP process meetings and update the Master Production Schedule as necessary.
Review requests of new sales orders and provide practical promise dates to Sales prior to confirmed orders.
Collaborate with Planning and Project Management teams to ensure production readiness; enable schedule stability and resolve conflicts.
Review and maintain Capacity analysis to ensure proper staffing, machine scheduling and utilization.
Ensure accurate MRP system outputs by overseeing and monitoring MRP system set up, parameters
Support and assist Supply Chain and Production Planning, when needed, in ensuring material schedules and vendor commitments support the production plan per the plant Master Schedule
Support AS9100/ISO9001 quality initiatives
Communicate effectively with all levels internal and external customers
Coordinate with Program Managers on Development programs.
Suggest improvements to streamline activities
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, skills and abilities strongly preferred include:

Strong leadership skills and ability to manage conflict and drive resolutions
Ability to pull data and compile to formulate improvement initiatives across the department
Ability to inspire, foster innovation and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Ability to support multiple initiatives simultaneously
Organized and able to work in a self-directed environment with minimal supervision
Must be able to think on your feet and process complex schedule changes
Exceptional analytical and data analysis abilities
Understands production, workflow, shop capacity, supply chain, manpower utilizations and load reporting
Excellent organizational, communication and follow-up skills required
Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems, production planning, and inventory management principles
Ability to establish and maintain a positive work environment required
Ability to work well under tight deadlines and to adjust priorities is a must

Requirements Include:

US Citizen or Permanent Resident - Green Card Holder
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration or related field
5+ Years of progressive HR experience required
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Previous HRIS experience required, SAP or Workday preferred
Strong organizational skills
Intermediate or above MS Office skills, specifically Excel
High level of confidentiality required
Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills
SHRM or HRCI certification preferred

Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision

Benefits of joining our team!

Annual incentive plan (bonus)
Paid vacation and sick time
Up to 10 paid holidays/year
Health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductions
Short-term and long-term disability insurance - 100% company paid
Other ancillary insurance options available
401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing potential up to 3% of base salary (if applicable)
Educational Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

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Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: - annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year, based on schedule worked, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

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This position may be located in:Americas : United States : Ohio : West Chester || Americas : United States : Ohio : Cincinnati

Sub Division :Pole/Zero Acquisition, Inc.

Job Requisition ID :61725

Job Function :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Bachelor's degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
84031360
Salary
N/A
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 4

Workplace Documentation: 3