Senior Production Planner

Hanger, Inc.

. Lead daily production huddles and scheduling discussions, setting priorities across work centers .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeChattanooga • Tennessee • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead daily production huddles and scheduling discussions, setting priorities across work centers
Manage production job schedules across multiple work centers and planning horizons
Build and assess planning scenarios in response to demand changes, capacity constraints, or supply disruptions
Resolve complex scheduling, WIP, and delivery issues
Review sales forecasts and recommend production forecasts for leadership approval
Analyze inventory performance and forecast accuracy; identify risks and recommend corrective actions
Identify routine discontinuations or runout actions based on demand trends and inventory analysis
Drive demand planning efficiency improvements with Production teams
Analyze capacity, labor, and material constraints to identify and resolve planning risks
Identify risks to customer delivery and escalate as needed
Maintain strategic watchlists for high-risk or high-impact items
Partner with Procurement and Engineering on material risks and supplier constraints
Prepare KPI and metric reporting, monitor targets, identify root causes, and drive improvement recommendations
Recommend process improvements and system changes
Coordinate new product release planning across Planning, Production, Engineering, and Procurement
Provide capacity and constraint data for long-range planning
Support financial reviews with planning data for inventory and forecast analysis; collaborate with Finance
Mentor and support Production Planners and Planning Coordinators
Provide functional guidance to L1/L2 team members; no formal direct reports
Serve as the primary operational planning contact for Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams and collaborate cross-functionally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent work experience to substitute for the bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 5 years of related experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or operations in a manufacturing environment
Strong proficiency in ERP/MRP systems
Demonstrated experience managing production schedules across multiple work centers
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root cause and recommend solutions
Experience with forecast review, inventory analysis, and demand/supply balancing
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable leading cross-functional discussions
Proven ability to prioritize, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Understanding of manufacturing processes, BOMs, routings, and work center operations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite including advanced Excel skills
Professional certifications such as CPIM or CSCP preferred
Act with integrity in all ways and at all times
Keep the patient at the center of everything that you do
Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue
Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change
Focus on superior outcomes and outstanding results

Benefits

Comp & perks

8 Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays
PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401k Savings and Retirement Plan
Paid Parental Bonding Leave for New Parents
Flexible Work Schedules and Part-time Opportunities
Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
Mentorship Programs- Mentor and Mentee
Student Loan Repayment Assistance by Location
Relocation Assistance
Regional & National traveling CPO/CO/CP opportunities
Volunteering for Local and National events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest
Competitive Compensation Packages