Production Planner

Production Planner

As a Production Planner at Atlas Copco, you will play a vital role in orchestrating the entire production schedule for our advanced industrial compressor systems. Your primary mission is to optimize production flow to ensure reliable and timely delivery that meets customer requirements and supports the company’s commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Customer Center US, Sales, Purchasing, and Supply Chain to anticipate demand, allocate resources, and resolve scheduling conflicts.

Your responsibilities will encompass detailed planning and continuous adjustment of production schedules based on real-time data about demand fluctuations, production capacity constraints, and material availability. You'll manage the prioritization and re-planning of customer orders, ensuring that order statuses and delivery dates are accurately maintained in our ERP and planning systems. Monitoring the workload and capacity of the shop floor will be a key aspect, balancing efficiency with quality outcomes.

You will proactively communicate with both internal partners and external customers to provide updates on order status, confirm delivery dates, or notify about schedule changes. Managing inventory through appropriate finished goods stock allocation and expediting materials or components with suppliers to meet delivery commitments will also be important aspects of your role.

Furthermore, you will support production transitions such as phase-ins and phase-outs, pilot batch launches, and new product introductions, contributing actively to continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing production planning processes, customer service responsiveness, and supply chain efficiency.

Technology and Systems

• Utilize enterprise resource planning (ERP) software and production planning tools to maintain data accuracy and ensure seamless coordination between teams.
• Leverage reporting systems to monitor production metrics, supporting continuous operational improvements and decision-making processes.

Safety, Quality, and Compliance

• Champion adherence to Atlas Copco's safety protocols and quality standards in all planning and coordination activities.
• Support initiatives that promote safe work environments and uphold the company’s environmental sustainability commitments.

Communication and Collaboration

• Act as a pivotal liaison between various departments to synchronize production schedules with sales forecasts, customer expectations, and supply availability.
• Lead structured planning meetings and foster transparent communication to proactively address potential delays or bottlenecks.

Continuous Improvement & Projects

• Contribute to projects aimed at optimizing workflows, enhancing supply chain responsiveness, and improving overall production efficiency.
• Support operational excellence programs to boost delivery performance, customer satisfaction, and product quality.

To succeed, you will need

At Atlas Copco, we welcome candidates who bring diverse experiences and perspectives, encouraging you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement listed. We are excited to see how your unique skills can contribute to our team's success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Business, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Demonstrated experience in production planning, scheduling, order management, or customer coordination within a manufacturing setting.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and industrial equipment, preferably with knowledge of compressors or related systems.
• Proficiency in ERP platforms (such as SAP S/4 HANA), planning software, and reporting tools to effectively manage production schedules.
• Analytical mindset with excellent organizational and problem-solving capabilities, enabling effective management of complex workflows.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills with a collaborative approach to working across diverse, cross-functional teams.

In return, we offer

• Competitive salary coupled with a comprehensive benefits program designed to support your health, financial security, and personal development, including a flexible benefits plan and a generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Broad health coverage options such as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance to ensure you and your family are well protected, alongside parental leave benefits for maternity and paternity.
• Access to tuition reimbursement programs enabling you to pursue job-related courses or higher education degrees, fostering continual growth and career development within Atlas Copco.
• A paid time off package that includes three weeks of vacation, eight fixed holidays, and up to five floating holidays, supporting work-life balance and personal well-being.

At Atlas Copco, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued. We actively promote diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those who identify as women, non-binary, and historically underrepresented groups. Our workplace culture emphasizes respect, collaboration, and continuous learning.

As an equal opportunity employer, Atlas Copco ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We maintain a strict policy against discrimination in all its forms and provide reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform their roles effectively.

Rockhill, South Carolina

This position is located at our Rockhill, South Carolina facility, offering an on-site working environment where you will be an integral part of a dedicated and collaborative team. The facility is equipped with modern manufacturing technologies and comfortable amenities designed to foster productivity, safety, and well-being.

Being on-site allows you to engage directly with colleagues and cross-departmental stakeholders to facilitate immediate communication and quick decision-making. The company culture at Rockhill emphasizes inclusivity, professional growth, and a supportive atmosphere where all team members’ contributions are appreciated and valued.