Production Control Planner Jobs
Production Control Planner jobs are open across manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and automotive, from entry-level to senior planner and supply chain lead, with specializations in MRP systems, production scheduling, and inventory management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary
Who We Are
North American Lighting Inc., member of the Koito Group of Companies, is the largest tier one automotive exterior lighting manufacturer in North America. As the market share leader in exterior automotive lighting, NAL provides advanced lighting technology, engineering design expertise, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to auto makers based in North America and around the world.
Our Opportunity
North American Lighting (NAL) is looking for a Production Control Planner - I to join our team. The ideal candidate will plan, organize, and execute production schedules for assigned product lines to achieve maximum customer satisfaction levels and “on-time” shipments.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Your Priorities
- Develops and maintains master schedules and order releases required to support customer requirements for assigned product lines.
- Reviews machine capacity, maintenance requirements, and schedules to determine if production plans for assigned product lines are achievable.
- Monitors status of purchase parts and communicates any changes to purchasing department.
- Works with Purchasing to secure purchase parts needed to meet production schedules.
- Provides shipping dates for short lead orders based on material availability and production capacity.
- Determines and maintains required Kanban card levels within the production system to meet production schedules and inventory targets.
The salary range for this position is $40,500 - $62,600 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled.
Requirements
Your Background
High School Diploma or GED, plus 2 to 4 years of progressive manufacturing experience.
Associate's Degree in Business or a related discipline, Experience with computerized material requirements planning, and Access and Crystal Reports skills are preferred.
At North American Lighting
Team Member Benefits
World class health insurance plans
Award winning 401k plan
Relocation assistance
Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc)
Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.)
Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement
Diversity at NAL:
The mission of NAL’s Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL’s ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities.
You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requisition ID: 23050
Location: Salem Plant
Job Summary
Who We Are
North American Lighting Inc., member of the Koito Group of Companies, is the largest tier one automotive exterior lighting manufacturer in North America. As the market share leader in exterior automotive lighting, NAL provides advanced lighting technology, engineering design expertise, and state-of-the-art production capabilities to auto makers based in North America and around the world.
Our Opportunity
North American Lighting (NAL) is looking for a Production Control Planner - I to join our team. The ideal candidate will plan, organize, and execute production schedules for assigned product lines to achieve maximum customer satisfaction levels and “on-time” shipments.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Your Priorities
- Develops and maintains master schedules and order releases required to support customer requirements for assigned product lines.
- Reviews machine capacity, maintenance requirements, and schedules to determine if production plans for assigned product lines are achievable.
- Monitors status of purchase parts and communicates any changes to purchasing department.
- Works with Purchasing to secure purchase parts needed to meet production schedules.
- Provides shipping dates for short lead orders based on material availability and production capacity.
- Determines and maintains required Kanban card levels within the production system to meet production schedules and inventory targets.
The salary range for this position is $40,500 - $62,600 per year. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications, and the career level at which the position is filled.
Requirements
Your Background
High School Diploma or GED, plus 2 to 4 years of progressive manufacturing experience.
Associate's Degree in Business or a related discipline, Experience with computerized material requirements planning, and Access and Crystal Reports skills are preferred.
At North American Lighting
Team Member Benefits
World class health insurance plans
Award winning 401k plan
Relocation assistance
Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc)
Supplier discounts (wireless, computer, vehicle, etc.)
Company sponsored wellness program including gym reimbursement
Diversity at NAL:
The mission of NAL’s Diversity Committee is to facilitate NAL’s ongoing and continuing efforts to foster a culture and atmosphere of mutual respect, for the benefit of all Team Members from different backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities that represent our communities.
You can learn more about NAL and our opportunities at jobs.nal.com.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, genetic information, and veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requisition ID: 23050
Location: Salem Plant
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production control planner jobs.
- Experience with ERP or MRP systems such as SAP or Oracle
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, industrial engineering, or a related field
- APICS CPIM or CSCP certification preferred or required
- Proficiency in production scheduling and capacity planning techniques
- Ability to coordinate across engineering, procurement, and manufacturing teams
- Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
Tips for Your Production Control Planner Job Search
Quantify your scheduling impact on your resume
Generic phrases like 'managed production schedules' won't stand out. Replace them with specific outcomes: how much you reduced lead time, improved on-time delivery rates, or cut excess inventory. Hiring managers in this field scan for numbers that prove planning discipline.
List your ERP and MRP systems explicitly
SAP, Oracle, and similar systems are often used as keyword filters in applicant tracking systems before a human ever reads your resume. Name every system you've used, even if your experience is limited. Don't bury them in a paragraph, put them in a dedicated skills section.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists production control planner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry sector carefully
Production control planning in aerospace carries different expectations than automotive or consumer goods. When you find a posting, check whether the role emphasizes APICS certifications, defense contract compliance, or lean manufacturing. Tailor your cover letter to reflect that sector's specific pressures.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers frequently ask how you'd handle a supplier shortage mid-production run or a sudden schedule change from engineering. Walk through your actual decision-making process step by step. Answers that demonstrate cross-functional coordination consistently outperform answers that describe what a good planner does in theory.
Negotiate by citing scope, not just title
When discussing offers, anchor your ask to the complexity you managed: number of SKUs, number of production lines, or size of the inventory you controlled. That framing shifts the conversation from job title comparisons to the concrete value of your planning experience.
Production Control Planner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most production control planners?
Molex, BAE Systems USA, and MODERN INDUSTRIES are hiring the most production control planners right now, with openings concentrated in California, Georgia, and Kentucky, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace, defense, and automotive manufacturers tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many production control planner jobs are remote?
About 50% of production control planner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most production environments. Sub-areas like master scheduling, demand planning, and supply chain coordination are more likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements than roles tied directly to a shop floor.
How do you become a production control planner?
Most production control planners start with a degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field. From there, you build hands-on experience in roles like production coordinator, materials planner, or scheduler. Earning an APICS CPIM or CSCP certification strengthens your candidacy significantly and is often listed as a requirement at mid-level and senior positions.
Can you get a production control planner job with little experience?
Entry-level production control planner roles exist, particularly at mid-size manufacturers who hire candidates with internship experience or coursework in operations or supply chain. Familiarity with ERP or MRP systems, even from academic projects, helps a great deal. Many candidates break in through production coordinator or materials assistant roles and move into full planning responsibilities within a year or two.
What does the production control planner interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your ERP experience and industry background, followed by a panel interview with operations and supply chain managers. Expect scenario-based questions about how you'd respond to a supply disruption, an engineering change order, or a schedule conflict. Some employers include a brief practical exercise or case study involving a production schedule or capacity analysis.
Where can I find and apply to production control planner jobs?
You can find and apply to production control planner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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