Production Planning Associate

About Olympic Steel:

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first - always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization.

Job Description

The Production Planning Associate is responsible for developing a production schedule and implementing it daily. Works with production planning staff to help keep schedules on track. Schedules orders to increase production efficiency. Responsible for matching production capacity needs to workforce, and working with manager to increase or decrease hours. This position is also responsible for load leveling the production schedule. They will work closely with Sales and Production Supervisors to help develop schedule. Builds job according to demand and assigns floor stock, where available, before the production process begins.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing/steel environment strongly preferred.
• 1+ year of experience scheduling in a production setting a plus.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to multitask; self-motivated to stay on top of deadlines.
• Good customer service/phone skills and flexibility for handling a wide range of activities.
• Prior experience with ERP System preferred, SEMS or Oracle-based systems a huge plus.

Why Work for Olympic Steel:

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid holidays and vacation; a 401(k) match; tuition reimbursement; and various opportunities to earn cash bonuses. And, we offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact - at our company, in the local community and in the world. See for yourself at IamOlympicSteel.com.