AD Process Equipment is looking to add a Production Planner II to our Naperville, IL Office.

Why AD Process Equipment, a Gray Company?

Gray is a family-owned, fully integrated global service provider specializing in engineering, design, construction, digital, equipment manufacturing, and real estate services. Deeply rooted in EAC services, Gray serves both domestic and international customers across our core markets: Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Automotive, Distribution, Mission Critical, and Commercial. At Gray, our purpose is to make a positive difference in people's lives and build a better future.

AD Process Equipment is your single source for system design and process equipment integration. Our experienced team works with customers to meet demands in bulk processing and material handling by providing practical design solutions that cater to their unique needs. Our personalized solutions in equipment and technology give customers a competitive edge in the ever-changing global marketplace.

It’s the spirit of our people – the passion, commitment, and a great team environment – that makes our company a great place to work. 

The Production Planner II supports Project Engineering, Design, Project Management, and Manufacturing departments by providing clerical support on projects, and project-based data entry into the company ERP.  Daily focus is to ensure work is scheduled and executed on time with maximum efficiency.

• ERP User (Made2Manage) responsible for the following:
  • Managing and monitoring data inputs to ensure proper information flow.
  • Scheduling Shop and Office Project Labor
• Collaborates with all departments to establish schedules and plans that allocate available resources to best serve client or customer needs.
• Plan and schedule workflow for each department and operation according to established engineering and manufacturing sequences and lead times.
• Review daily job performance to ensure orders are released and started on time.
• Monitor material supply flow and identify any shortages or bottlenecks in usage.
• Manage deadlines based on project expectations.
• Manage work center prioritization, expedite critical path items.
• Identifies resource coverage gaps and works with the Project Managers to resolve them.
• Integrates sales orders with master schedule; coordinates availability of raw materials, supplies, equipment, and staff as needed to meet delivery dates.
• Participates periodically in meetings with project managers regarding current and upcoming orders and schedules.
• Compiles the weekly report on the 4-week capacity outlook.
• Compiles data from work order history to complete the project wrap up report.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 3 years of related experience required.
• Thorough understanding of the business and supply chain.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with production planning systems, such as Made to Manage.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The Company fosters a manufacturing-type environment. This position will primarily involve operating a computer at a desk in an office environment. 

• Lift/Carry-
• 0-10 lbs.- Occasionally
• 11-50 lbs.- Never
• 51-100 lbs.- Never
• Push/Pull-
• 0-25 lbs.- Occasionally
• 26-75 lbs.- Never
• 76-100 lbs.- Never
• Bend- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift
• Twist/Turn- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift
• Kneel/Squat- Not at all
• Sit- 67-100% during an 8-hour shift.
• Stand/Walk- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift
• Overhead Reaching- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift
• Ladder/Stair- 0-33% during an 8-hour shift

EEO DISCLAIMER:

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.