Production Planner (A Shift)

Single PositionView All JobsProduction Planner (A Shift)Fayetteville, North Carolina, USA, 28306Apply NowAdd to cartFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionCompany and benefitsJob Req ID67794Work TypeOnsiteDepartmentManufacturingHiring ProgramNot SpecifiedRelocation AssistanceNoShift Times5:30 AM- 4:00 PMEaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Production Planner (A Shift) to join our Fayetteville, NC team. The hourly rate for this position is $23 - $35.18 per hour.CORE HOURS: Monday - Friday (5:30 AM - 4PM)Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!80 hours of paid holidaysBi-Weekly payCareer progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.Overtime opportunitiesClimate ControlledRetirement benefitsPaid Parental LeaveEducational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more! Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  What you’ll do: The Production Planner supports daily manufacturing operations by coordinating production schedules, managing materials, and ensuring smooth workflow across departments. This role partners closely with supervisors and cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, maintain data accuracy, and support on-time delivery in alignment with ISO and Lean standards.Plan, schedule, and adjust production across lines based on capacity, priorities, and material availabilityCoordinate with supervisors and cross-functional teams (Engineering, Customer Service, Materials, Quality) to ensure smooth daily operationsManage order packets, work assignments, shipment schedules, and production reporting (BSC, reschedules, overdues)Monitor materials and inventory, including forecasting needs, managing Kanban levels, planning steel orders, and escalating shortagesOversee labeling and system processes, including label design/printing, database maintenance, and troubleshootingSupport operational excellence through Kaizen, 5S, cost improvement initiatives, audits, and team trainingProvide hands-on support in manufacturing, material handling, shipping coordination, and customer service activities as neededQualifications: Required QualificationsMust have a minimum of one years’ experience in manufacturing planning, production control, or materials managementMust have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution is requireEaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etcNo relocation benefit is offered for this position. Candidates must reside within a 50 - mile radius of Fayetteville, NC will be considered.  Active - Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.Position Criteria:Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and schedulesKnowledge of production scheduling, capacity planning, and material flow processesProficiency in computer systems and production/reporting toolsAbility to communicate effectively across all levels of the organizationStrong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Preferred QualificationsExperience working in ISO and Lean manufacturing environmentsKnowledge of Kanban systems and inventory management practicesFamiliarity with label systems, reporting tools, and production databasesExperience supporting continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, 5S)We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race,...