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Smith & Loveless, Inc.

PRODUCTION PLANNER

Lenexa, KS · On-site

A Planner 1 at Smith and Loveless is primarily responsible for scheduling, proper loading, and reviewing of manufacturing orders related to sub-assemblies for all jobs; coordination of shop ...

SMITH & LOVELESS

PRODUCTION PLANNER

Lenexa, KS · On-site

A Planner 1 at Smith and Loveless is primarily responsible for scheduling, proper loading, and reviewing of manufacturing orders related to sub-assemblies for all jobs; coordination of shop ...

Aston Carter

Planner

Wichita, KS · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Additional Skills & Qualifications * 1 year of experience in inventory planning and procurement (preferred). * APICS certification (preferred). * Experience working in an aviation environment ...

Aston Carter

Planner

Wichita, KS

Additional Skills & Qualifications * 1 year of experience in inventory planning and procurement (preferred). * APICS certification (preferred). * Experience working in an aviation environment ...

Omni Aerospace Inc

Planner

Wichita, KS · On-site

One to two years' CNC machining and /or assembly experience preferred. Two or more years in a ... Experience using an MRP or ERP system (example: JobBOSS, Syteline) Ability to Read and Interpret ...

Omni Aerospace, Inc

Planner

Wichita, KS · On-site

... one years' experience with production engineering planning required. • One to two years' CNC machining and /or assembly experience preferred. • Two or more years in a quality position can be ...

City of Lawrence Kansas

PLANNER I

Lawrence, KS · On-site

$26.62 - $29.34/hr

One (1) year professional planning experience in urban planning or a related field is preferred. * Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree or Master's degree from an accredited college or university with ...

cityoflawrence

PLANNER I

Lawrence, KS

One (1) year professional planning experience in urban planning or a related field is preferred. * Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree or Master's degree from an accredited college or university with ...

cityoflawrence

PLANNER I

Lawrence, KS · On-site

One (1) year professional planning experience in urban planning or a related field is preferred. * Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree or Master's degree from an accredited college or university with ...

The Atlas Group

Quality Planner

Wichita, KS · On-site

Audits planning and approves internally created sketches on a regular basis. * Develops FAI ... High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and ...

The Atlas Group

Quality Planner

Wichita, KS

Audits planning and approves internally created sketches on a regular basis. * Develops FAI ... High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and ...

The Atlas Group

Quality Planner

Wichita, KS

Audits planning and approves internally created sketches on a regular basis. * Develops FAI ... High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and ...

Garver

Aviation Planner

Overland Park, KS

Requirements * 1-5 years of experience in airport engineer/planning for commercial service or general aviation airports or similar experience (e.g. pilot experience, airport management/operations)

Garver

Aviation Planner

Overland Park, KS · On-site

Requirements * 1-5 years of experience in airport engineer/planning for commercial service or general aviation airports or similar experience (e.g. pilot experience, airport management/operations)

Aprio

Financial Planner

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$81K - $135K/yr

The Financial Planner will deliver comprehensive financial planning to clients. This may be a stand ... As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain ...

Aprio

Financial Planner

Overland Park, KS

$81K - $135K/yr

The Financial Planner will deliver comprehensive financial planning to clients. This may be a stand ... As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain ...

Johnsonville

Maintenance Planner

Holton, KS · On-site

High school diploma or GED required Experience * 3 years prior related experience in maintenance/reliability planning & scheduling in a GMP/USDA regulated area * 1 year SAP experience * 1 year ...

Johnsonville

Maintenance Planner

Holton, KS · On-site

High school diploma or GED required Experience * 3 years prior related experience in maintenance/reliability planning & scheduling in a GMP/USDA regulated area * 1 year SAP experience * 1 year ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for planner 1 in Kansas is $16.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.22 and $14.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a planner 1, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Planner 1, you typically need a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, geography, or a related field, along with foundational knowledge of planning principles and regulations. Familiarity with GIS software, Microsoft Office Suite, and zoning or land use management systems is often required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help a Planner 1 collaborate with stakeholders and present findings clearly. These competencies are essential to support informed decision-making and ensure successful project outcomes in community or urban development.

What are some common challenges a planner 1 might face when working on community development projects?

As a Planner 1, one of the main challenges is balancing the interests of various stakeholders, such as residents, developers, and government officials, while ensuring that projects align with zoning regulations and community plans. You may also encounter tight deadlines and the need to quickly adapt to shifting project priorities. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as you'll often collaborate with more experienced planners and other municipal departments to gather data, prepare reports, and present findings at public meetings.

What is the difference between Planner 1 vs Planner 2?

AspectPlanner 1Planner 2
Required CredentialsAssociate's degree or equivalent, relevant certifications often preferredBachelor's degree often required, additional certifications may be advantageous
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, collaborative teams, project-based tasksSimilar office environment, increased responsibility in planning and coordination
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, construction, and logistics industriesUsed in similar industries, often as a step up in planning roles

Planner 1 typically handles basic planning tasks under supervision, requiring relevant certifications and an associate's degree. Planner 2 involves more complex planning responsibilities, often requiring a bachelor's degree and more experience. The roles are used in similar industries and work environments, with Planner 2 serving as a progression from Planner 1.

What is a planner 1?

A Planner 1 is an entry-level position in urban or regional planning, typically within government agencies or private consulting firms. Individuals in this role assist senior planners with data collection, research, report writing, and the review of development proposals. Planner 1s help ensure that projects comply with zoning laws, land use plans, and community development goals. This position is ideal for recent graduates or those just starting their careers in urban planning.
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Infographic showing various Planner 1 job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,556 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

PRODUCTION PLANNER

Smith & Loveless, Inc.

Lenexa, KS • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Smith & Loveless is united under one cause: "Protecting Water. Protecting People." We are seeking a Planner 1 to partner with our experienced production control team in this environmentally focused industry.
A Planner 1 at Smith and Loveless is primarily responsible for scheduling, proper loading, and reviewing of manufacturing orders related to sub-assemblies for all jobs; coordination of shop completion; revision and substitution implementation; material checking and expediting, backorder coordination, and monitoring of manufacturing order reporting for assigned jobs.
Benefits & Perks
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with automatic enrollment + employee-directed investment options
  • Discretionary 401(k) Match based on performance (100% vested after 3 years)
  • Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus
  • 100% Employer-Paid Benefits including life insurance & disability coverage
  • Paid Time Off - 10 Paid Holidays; 2 weeks' Vacation (3 weeks after 5 years); 6 Paid Sick/Personal Days annually
  • Insurance & Financial Benefits - Medical Plans (PPO & High-Deductible options); Dental Insurance with preventative care covered at 100%; Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage; Group Life & AD&D Insurance (company-paid)
  • Additional Benefits - Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Health Savings Account (HSA) (for HDHP participants); Voluntary Life & AD&D Coverage for employees and dependents

Job duties
  • Process jobs received from the Application Engineering department to be sent to Design Engineering when complete.
  • Process any Application Engineering revisions, including any changes made by the customer.
  • Accurate and efficient implementations of revisions, substitutions, and backorders, coordination and follow-up between involved departments.
  • Ensure prompt flow of materials to avoid production delays by monitoring open orders for timely receipt of material.
  • Assist and advise shop personnel in expediting orders, in-process problems, and material delays.
  • Print out Travelers and distribute with drawings to appropriate warehouse personnel, paying special attention to "hot items".
  • Handle receipts of submittals and orders for forecasting. Complete forecasting on a timely basis with a minimum of error for assigned product codes.
  • Breakdown and send jobs to be scanned into microfilm for all jobs shipped every week.
  • Maintain completed job files for three months as a backup.
  • Other duties as assigned by Production Control Manager.

Skills/Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required; some college preferred.
  • 3 to 5 years' experience in an MRP manufacturing environment, preferably in expediting. Experience with Epicor Kinetic software is a plus.
  • 2 years of accounting and industrial engineering experience preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with many different departments, sub-vendors, and individuals.
  • Experience reading general ledgers (MRP), bills of materials and drawings.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Physical requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
  • Required to sit, stand and walk.
  • Use hands to finger, hand or feel objects, tools or controls.
  • Frequent stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
  • Reach with hands and arms.
  • Required to talk and hear consistently.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, carry and/or drag up to twenty-five (25) pounds if necessary.
  • Specific vision abilities required by the role include the ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye.
  • Ability to ascend and descend two (2) flights of stairs.

About us
For over 75 years, Smith & Loveless has provided innovative environmental engineering ingenuity and quality craftsmanship to the water industry by pioneering superior pre-engineered pumping, treatment and headworks systems to a global customer base. A true pioneer in the water and wastewater pumping industry, Smith & Loveless manufactures cost-effective, operator safe and efficient pump stations for municipalities, developments, industrial, governmental, and military facilities across the globe. Our energy-efficient and durable systems deliver unrivaled life-cycle cost savings. With tens of thousands of installations in more than 70 nations on all seven continents, our innovative wastewater/reuse engineered products allow us to maintain our market leadership in lift stations, grit removal systems and over a complete range of wastewater treatment systems.
Check us out Here: https://smithandloveless.com/smith-loveless-careers-0
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