Production Planner - Full-time / Part-time

One of the world's largest global distributors of electronic components, computer products and embedded technology is looking for a Production Planner to join their Supply Chain team in Acton

Job Purpose:

Plans, schedules and monitors the movement of material through the production cycle. Coordinates the efficient movement of material by planning, setting up and releasing work orders to production to provide continuous product flow and on-time delivery of customer orders.

May also perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Applies general knowledge of the organization, job content, practices and procedures. Has acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to be proficient in all aspects of job.
• Performs functions moderately complex in nature and recognizes the need to apply various methods to accomplish tasks.
• Work is performed independently under minimal supervision except for new assignments. Sets priorities for performing work and managing time to complete tasks.
• Interacts with peers and direct management. Some exchange of information with other internal departments or work groups is required to perform role. Based on nature of the role, may frequently field requests from others in the organization or externally.
• Impact of decisions may affect the department. Errors may result in moderate loss of time, resources and customer/user satisfaction.

Work Experience:

• Typically 2+ years

Education and Certification(s):

• BS degree in Supply Chain Management is preferred
• APICS certification is preferred
• Working knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Willingness to work overtime and/or weekends as business demands is a must

About Aerotek:

Aerotek, headquartered in Hanover, Md., is a leading provider of technical, professional and industrial staffing services. Established in 1983, Aerotek is an operating company of Allegis Group, the largest provider of staffing services in the U.S. Aerotek operates a network of more than 200 non-franchised offices throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. For more information, visit .

Aerotek is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.