Regional Planner Jobs in Indiana
Regional Planner jobs in Indiana are steadily active, concentrated in local government agencies, metropolitan planning organizations, and infrastructure-focused consulting firms serving a state balancing fast-growing suburban corridors with rural community development needs. Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend generate the most consistent openings, where employers such as HNTB, American Structurepoint, and the Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization maintain ongoing regional planning practices. Transportation planning, land use policy, and comprehensive plan development are the most in-demand specializations across Indiana's public and private sectors. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Title: Production Planner / Materials Buyer
Location: Seymour, IN 47274
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
About Us
We are a small, family owned plastic injection molding manufacturer located in Seymour IN. Our team thrives on efficiency, innovation, and teamwork. We are looking for a Production Planner / Materials Buyer who can seamlessly bridge the gap between our production floor and our supply chain.
The Role
If you love puzzle-solving, balancing lead times, and keeping a production floor humming at peak efficiency, this is your spot. In this hybrid role, you will own the scheduling for our injection molding presses and manage the procurement of raw materials (resins, colorants, inserts) and packaging. You will be the central hub ensuring we hit our customer shipping deadlines without bottlenecking our machines or over-inflating inventory.
What You’ll Do
- Own the Schedule: Create, maintain, and optimize daily/weekly production schedules for all injection molding machines and assembly lines to meet customer demand.
- Buy the Material: Procure raw materials (engineered and commodity resins), components, and packaging based on MRP (Material Requirements Planning) suggestions.
- Manage Inventory: Maintain optimal stocking levels to prevent stockouts while keeping inventory carrying costs low; conduct regular cycle counts.
- Vendor Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with material suppliers, negotiate pricing/lead times, and monitor vendor performance (OTIF - On Time In Full).
- Troubleshoot on the Fly: Collaborate daily with Production Supervisors and Quality teams to adjust schedules when unexpected downtime, tool maintenance, or urgent orders pop up.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: 2 to 5 years of experience in production scheduling, material planning, or buying within a manufacturing environment (Plastic injection molding experience is a massive plus).
- The "Molding" Mindset: Understanding of injection molding constraints (mold changes, material dry times, color changes) is highly preferred, however can be taught in house.
- Sharp Skills: Excellent analytical problem-solving abilities, high attention to detail, and a calm-under-pressure communication style.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 100% Health Insurance paid
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous training
Schedule
MON. - FRI. (8 hour shifts) with varying opportunities for overtime. or MON-THURS (10 Hour Shifts)
Starting pay is dependent upon previous experience. Merit based raises are given based off of individuals work ethic, quality of work, and attendance.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a background in production planning or materials purchasing? Please provide brief explanation.
- Do you have any background or previous understanding of the injection molding business or process?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Title: Production Planner / Materials Buyer
Location: Seymour, IN 47274
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
About Us
We are a small, family owned plastic injection molding manufacturer located in Seymour IN. Our team thrives on efficiency, innovation, and teamwork. We are looking for a Production Planner / Materials Buyer who can seamlessly bridge the gap between our production floor and our supply chain.
The Role
If you love puzzle-solving, balancing lead times, and keeping a production floor humming at peak efficiency, this is your spot. In this hybrid role, you will own the scheduling for our injection molding presses and manage the procurement of raw materials (resins, colorants, inserts) and packaging. You will be the central hub ensuring we hit our customer shipping deadlines without bottlenecking our machines or over-inflating inventory.
What You’ll Do
- Own the Schedule: Create, maintain, and optimize daily/weekly production schedules for all injection molding machines and assembly lines to meet customer demand.
- Buy the Material: Procure raw materials (engineered and commodity resins), components, and packaging based on MRP (Material Requirements Planning) suggestions.
- Manage Inventory: Maintain optimal stocking levels to prevent stockouts while keeping inventory carrying costs low; conduct regular cycle counts.
- Vendor Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with material suppliers, negotiate pricing/lead times, and monitor vendor performance (OTIF - On Time In Full).
- Troubleshoot on the Fly: Collaborate daily with Production Supervisors and Quality teams to adjust schedules when unexpected downtime, tool maintenance, or urgent orders pop up.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience: 2 to 5 years of experience in production scheduling, material planning, or buying within a manufacturing environment (Plastic injection molding experience is a massive plus).
- The "Molding" Mindset: Understanding of injection molding constraints (mold changes, material dry times, color changes) is highly preferred, however can be taught in house.
- Sharp Skills: Excellent analytical problem-solving abilities, high attention to detail, and a calm-under-pressure communication style.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 100% Health Insurance paid
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous training
Schedule
MON. - FRI. (8 hour shifts) with varying opportunities for overtime. or MON-THURS (10 Hour Shifts)
Starting pay is dependent upon previous experience. Merit based raises are given based off of individuals work ethic, quality of work, and attendance.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a background in production planning or materials purchasing? Please provide brief explanation.
- Do you have any background or previous understanding of the injection molding business or process?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Regional Planner Job Market in Indiana
A snapshot from current Indiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- ArborMetrics Solutions14
- Eli Lilly2
- Slate Auto2
- BAE Systems USA2
- DHL1
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regional planner jobs across Indiana.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in urban planning, public administration, or geography
- AICP certification or active pursuit of AICP through the American Institute of Certified Planners
- Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS for spatial analysis and mapping
- Familiarity with Indiana state land use statutes and local zoning ordinances
- Ability to facilitate public meetings, present findings, and engage community stakeholders
- Experience preparing comprehensive plans, corridor studies, or transportation improvement programs
Regional Planner Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a regional planner in Indiana?
Most regional planner positions in Indiana require at minimum a bachelor's degree in urban or regional planning, geography, or public administration, with a master's degree preferred for mid-level and senior roles. Indiana does not issue a state-specific planning license, but the nationally recognized AICP credential issued by the American Institute of Certified Planners is the standard professional benchmark Indiana employers expect. Candidates typically build eligibility for the AICP exam through a combination of qualifying education and documented professional planning experience.
Which companies hire regional planners in Indiana?
Employers hiring regional planners in Indiana right now include ArborMetrics Solutions, Eli Lilly, and Slate Auto, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Indiana's mix of metropolitan planning organizations, county governments, and infrastructure engineering consultancies creates a broad range of employer types across both the public and private sectors.
Which Indiana cities have the most regional planner jobs?
The cities with the most regional planner openings in Indiana are Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Lafayette. Indianapolis dominates hiring as the seat of the Indianapolis MPO and home to the state's largest planning consultancies, while Fort Wayne and South Bend generate steady demand through regional infrastructure projects, comprehensive plan updates, and urban revitalization initiatives tied to their anchor institutions and growing metro areas.
Are there remote regional planner jobs in Indiana?
Yes, but they are limited. Regional planning is fundamentally tied to place, requiring site visits, public hearings, and close coordination with local government officials, which keeps most Indiana roles at least partially in-person. About 22% of regional planner openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of July 2026. When remote work does appear, it most often applies to research-heavy tasks such as data analysis, grant writing, and GIS mapping.
How can I get hired as a regional planner in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an internship or planning technician role with a county planning department or a metropolitan planning organization such as the Indianapolis MPO or the Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission. Many Indiana engineering and planning firms, including HNTB and American Structurepoint, hire new graduates into junior planner or GIS analyst roles. A completed planning degree, a GIS skills portfolio, and active AICP candidate status all strengthen an application significantly for candidates without substantial professional experience.
Where can I find and apply to regional planner jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to regional planner jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialization, and preferred location across the state, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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