Ideal Tridon

Production Planner

Smyrna, TN (On-site)

The Ideal Tridon Group comprises a family of brands that support, secure, and connect the movement of air, fluid, and electricity in critical applications. With over 100 years of proven quality and a strong culture of service, we are the worldwide leader in clamps, strut, hose supports, conduit, fittings, and coupling solutions. Our products are engineered to meet the highest standards across a range of industries, and our commitment to innovation, reliability, and customer support ensures we’re ready to meet the demands of today and tomorrow. At the Ideal Tridon Group, connections aren’t just what we make—they’re the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a Production Planner to join our team at our Smyrna, TN Plant. Position Summary: Responsible for coordination of production workflow for one or multiple products, ensuring maximization of machine capacity and resource planning.  Key Responsibilities and Duties: * Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency, forecast demand, and plan inventory levels to meet customer needs. * Ensures a high level of delivery reliability for distribution centers while safeguarding company output and inventory targets. * Aims to synchronize production requirement, space, and delivery commitment with demand. * Routinely assess the plant sites and distribution centers space and inventory capacity to plan inventory levels * Gathers data from internal teams to incorporate materials, stock levels, resource availability, and delivery commitments into schedules. *  Monitors daily production results and revises supply/demand responsive to changes in the flow of materials, designs, equipment, or other resources. *  Utilizes ERP systems, planning and scheduling software, or other database tools to develop and maintain master schedules and generate reporting.  Education & Experience Requirements: * A relevant business degree. * Minimum of two years of experience in manufacturing environment. * Understanding of ERP systems, including bill of materials, work order management, and inventory control. * Strong computer skills. * Proven track record of improving overall efficiencies, reducing cost, and leading teams to effect positive change within the organization.  * Knowledge of lean techniques may be advantageous. * Microsoft Office experience (Outlook-Word-Excel).  SKILLS & Attributes: * Data Collection * Forecasting * Inventory Management  * Production Scheduling * Supplier Management * Order Tracking * ERP/ APS * Strong interpersonal and communication skills * Analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.  * Comfortable with ambiguity and competing priorities.  * Confident, self-starter, change agent.  Work Environment & Culture: Foster and embody the Ideal Tridon Group values: * Devoted to Customers – Builds trusted relationships through service and reliability. * We Care – Acts with integrity, accountability, and respect for others. * Passionate About Growth – Committed to personal and team development. * Positive Energy – Creates a collaborative, energizing work environment. * We Find a Way – Resourceful, determined, and solutions-focused. An Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Schedule: Monday - Friday Shift: 7:00am – 3:30pm