Production Planner

Job Posting Start Date 03-24-2026 Job Posting End Date 06-29-2026<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2></h2><h2>Job Summary</h2><p><span>To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a </span><b><span>Production Planner </span></b><span>located in </span><b><span>Columbia, SC.</span></b></p><p></p><p><span>Reporting to the </span><b><span>Supply Chain Manager,</span></b> <span>the </span><b><span>Production Planner </span></b><span>will be In charge of helping materials and production functions. Plans, schedules, coordinates and approves product release to the production planning systems based on material and capacity availability.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>What a typical day looks like:</span></b></p><ul><li>Assess order fulfillment feasibility based on material, labor, and capacity availability; confirm orders and release clean‑to‑build work orders.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and execute short‑ and long‑term production plans, including MPS and forecasts, and update planning data in ERP systems.</li><li>Monitor plan execution, inventory levels, and system accuracy (BOM, routings, item master, WOs); proactively address deviations, shortages, and schedule risks.</li><li>Coordinate with Purchasing, SCM, Master Scheduling, and Customer Focus Teams to manage ECOs, rescheduling, product life‑cycle changes, and customer priorities.</li><li>Prepare operational, management, and KPI reports; support order desk activities, customer programs, and continuous process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The experience we’re looking to add to our team:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.</li><li>3 - 5 years of related experience preferably in the Power Distribution Industry.</li><li>Demonstrates basic people and/or process management skills.</li><li>Proven expertise in production scheduling, with working knowledge of ERP or MRP systems.</li><li>Microsoft Excel advance skills</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p>#LI-EA1</p><p>EA42</p><p>SS26</p><p>AA01</p><p>CH12</p><p>MS14</p><p>CC11</p><p>EC37</p><p>PF38</p><p>JS21</p><p>NV60</p><p>FL75</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>What you&#39;ll receive for the great work you provide:</b></p><ul><li>Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Short-term and Long-term Disability</li><li>Matching 401(k) Contributions</li><li>Vacation and Paid Sick Time</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2></h2><h2>Job Category</h2>Global Procurement &amp; Supply Chain<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h2></h2><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Is Sponsorship Available?</p>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).