Lead and oversee development and execution of production schedules to meet customer demand and operational efficiency targets.
Oversee the generation of work orders and production schedules for the movement of inventory through the production process.
Establish sequencing, capacity planning, and lead times across production operations.
Ensure accuracy and execution of work orders, scheduling transactions, and production system updates.
Monitor schedule adherence and take corrective action to mitigate risk to delivery commitments.
Leadership & Team Management (25%)
Direct, coach, and develop a team.
Set clear performance expectations and monitor results against plan.
Provide ongoing feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and address performance concerns as needed.
Allocate workload, prioritize planning activities, and ensure appropriate staffing coverage.
Process Ownership & Continuous Improvement (20%)
Own and improve planning processes including MRP systems, item master data, and scheduling tools.
Drive standardization and continuous improvement using Lean and PDCA methodologies.
Analyze production data and KPIs to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities. Initiate and coordinate inventory and production control improvement activities.
Partner with leadership to implement process improvements that increase service levels and reduce waste.
Cross-Functional Collaboration (15%)
Collaborate with production, sales, inventory control, shipping, and purchasing to resolve planning constraints and support business priorities.
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex scheduling or supply issues.
Align planning outputs with company objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Inventory & Performance Management (10%)
Oversee management of finished goods, WIP, and component inventory levels.
Balance customer service levels, working capital, and inventory turns.
Track key performance metrics (on-time delivery, schedule attainment, inventory accuracy) and ensure team accountability.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:
High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred
APICS certification preferred
5+ years of production planning/scheduling experience, including lead or supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred)
Experience leading teams and driving accountability in a manufacturing environment
Lean or continuous improvement experience preferred
Demonstrates ability to lead, coach, and develop employees
Holds team accountable for results and performance standards
Effectively communicates expectations and provides clear direction
Builds collaboration across functions and influences stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results under pressure
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
Strong attention to detail and process discipline
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs .
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as comput
Additional Information
Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.
Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.
Learn about our company culture directly from our team .
YOU
As the Production Planning Supervisor, you will lead a team responsible for production scheduling and inventory planning to support customer requirements and business objectives. You will drive alignment across production, supply chain, and sales while ensuring planning processes meet operational, service, and financial targets. You will provide direction, coaching, and performance management for planning team members while continuously improving systems and processes.
Strongtie · Stockton, CA