Assistant Planner Jobs in Milwaukee, WI (NOW HIRING)

Company Overview
IEA, LLC specializes in designing, manufacturing, and selling large custom industrial radiators and heat exchangers. Our cooling solutions serve a diverse range of industries including power generation, marine, industrial, oil & gas, HVAC, and heavy vehicles, providing reliable heat dissipation for some of the world's largest engines.

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Production Planner Expeditor to join our team. In this vital role, you will coordinate production schedules, ensure timely delivery of components, and optimize manufacturing workflows. Your proactive approach will help maintain seamless operations across our supply chain and manufacturing processes, supporting our commitment to quality and efficiency.

Job Summary: The Production Planner Expeditor coordinates and expedites the flow of work orders through IEA manufacturing work centers. The Planner receives specific work assignments, plans and prepares tactical (short-term) production schedules, and resolves most problems independently or in consultation with Production, Engineering, and/or Quality personnel. The Planner is directly responsible for assisting and distributing work order packets, drawings and other documents required for the manufacturing process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following with other duties assigned as necessary:

• Assist planners to maintain production schedule through ERP
• Responsible for accurate reporting of shortage status and reviewing ERP for supply status.
• Provide daily priority and expedite reports to work center leads
• Assist in maintaining work center on-time, utilization, and efficiency metrics
• Monitor safety stock levels of inventory based on demand, cost, and lead times
• Proactive communication with procurement and materials department to ensure uninterrupted supply of raw materials
• Generate lead time estimations for service and parts orders
• Daily interactions with warehouse staff to organize release and picking of work orders
• Maintenance of ERP planning and item parameters to maximize accuracy and efficiency of manufactured and purchased inventory
• Attend daily production meetings and provide department schedule updates
• Provide various levels of production support
• Printing and distribution of work orders and drawings to production floor
• Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with and adheres to IEA’s ISO and Quality standards.

Work Location: Currently Kenosha, WI; must be willing/able to commute to Somers, WI following our upcoming office relocation.

Preferred start time is 7:00 AM, with flexibility between 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM.

Physical Demands:

• Maximum lifting requirement (pounds): 10 (seldom).
• Maximum moving requirement (pounds): 25 (seldom).
• Maintaining physical condition necessary for the following: Frequent standing, walking, or sitting; infrequent kneeling.
• Vision requirements: Close, distance, and peripheral vision; depth perception.

Work Environment:

• Office-based role (95%) with occasional visits to the manufacturing shop floor (5%).
• Standard PPE (safety glasses) and safety shoes are required during brief shop floor visits, where exposure to industrial elements (fumes, noise, and machinery) may occur.

Position Requirements:

• Key skills, abilities and knowledge:
• Must have highly developed organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of associates and management.
• Ability to build and maintain positive employee relationships (in person/phone/e-mail).
• Previous exposure of manufacturing scheduling and related computer software and systems.
• Previous exposure of manufacturing processes and systems.
• Microsoft Office proficient especially in Excel.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and the ability to follow safe work practices.
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years background in manufacturing required and 1-2 years experience in scheduling/planning or supply chain management preferred.
• Educational: High School diploma or equivalent. Further education or certification is preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in industrial heat exchange solutions. Your expertise will drive operational success while supporting our mission to deliver innovative cooling solutions worldwide.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance