Production Planner

If you are an experienced Production Planner looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Manufacturer of large custom-designed control valves, you will work in a multifaceted and high-tech production facility based in our Marshalltown, Iowa location.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Use Oracle enterprise system to plan and promise assembly orders relative to customer request and material plan
• Initiate purchase orders for parts, services and/or non-product items; arrange for receipt, inspection, and compliance of these purchase orders to meet customer request dates
• Coordinate the planning, parts within the designated value stream. Make decisions to release, firm, defer or cancel Planned Orders
• Continually monitor reports to maintain alignment of supply and demand of material
• Maintain timely communication of vital changes to customer Promise Date
• Adjust assembly Bills of Material and Assembly routings as necessary to satisfy special requirements
• Coordinate as appropriate, quality matters and engineering changes/developments between Fisher and suppliers/production to minimize obsolescence and changeover time
• Balance demand and capacity through entry of orders into Machining and Assembly Master Schedule
• Maintain delivery prospectus

Who You Are:

You step up to handle tough issues. You carefully consider all relevant factors and use appropriate decision-making criteria and principles. You understand that different situations may call for different approaches. You partner with others to get work done.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• 2-year College Degree or High School Diploma/GED and 3 years of experience
• Understand appropriate planning in a manufacturing environment
• Strong digital literacy including the use of Outlook, Excel, Access, and Word
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience will be considered
• APICS CPIM certification preferred
• Strong decision-making skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong digital literacy including the use of Outlook, Excel, Access, and Word
• An understanding of Lean manufacturing knowledge and tools
• Solid understanding of Material Requirement Planning (MRP), MRPII and manufacturing business systems

Our Location:

Marshalltown, Iowa, combines the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of a thriving city. Located in central Iowa, less than an hour from both Des Moines and Ames, Marshalltown offers easy access to urban amenities while providing a variety of local outdoor recreation activities like hiking, biking, golf, swimming, and exploring local parks. With its affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and vibrant diverse local culture, Marshalltown is a welcoming place to call home!

Our Offer To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing can inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet your family's physical, mental, and financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.