Work Preparator

What are you going to do?

The Production Planner plays a key role in coordinating and optimizing manufacturing operations by developing production plans, managing production orders and Bills of Materials (BOMs), and ensuring materials, tooling, and documentation are available to support on-time delivery. This position partners closely with production, purchasing, warehouse, and project teams to balance demand, improve efficiency, resolve operational challenges, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet customer demand and delivery targets.

• Create and manage production orders, projects, BOMs, and routings.

• Prepare and distribute production documentation, including drawings, schematics, and work instructions.

• Procure materials and tooling needed to support manufacturing and assembly operations.

• Collaborate with production, purchasing, warehouse, and project teams to resolve technical and operational issues.

• Estimate labor hours, material costs, and resource requirements for production activities.

• Maintain and update technical documentation, BOMs, and manufacturing data.

• Manage returned or defective materials and support waste reduction efforts.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity.

• Develop reports, dashboards, and analytics to support operational planning and decision-making

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field is required.

• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline may be accepted with equivalent experience in manufacturing engineering or production support. 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, mechanical design, or production engineering environment is preferred.

• Experience working with ERP systems SAP and production planning tools such as Rob-Ex.

• Proficiency with 3D CAD programs as e.g. SolidEdge or E-Plan is an advantage.

We offer

• Paid Time Off (i.e., PTO) that can be used as it’s accrued

• Paid Holidays effective date of hire

• Medical insurance (i.e., three plans available, PPO, HMO*, and PPO with HSA) effective date of hire

• Dental care

• Vision care

• 100% Voortman USA LLC paid life insurance

• Additional voluntary life insurance option

• 100% Voortman USA LLC paid short-term disability

• 50/50 premium split between Voortman USA LLC and employee for long-term disability (i.e., LTD)

• 401K plan available with Company contribution

About Voortman

Join Voortman

As part of a global organization headquartered in the Netherlands with more than 750 employees worldwide, Voortman offers the opportunity to collaborate across international teams, gain exposure to global expertise, and build a career within a well-established and innovative leader in the steel processing industry.

Having recently moved into our new, state-of-the-art production facility and offices, Voortman is entering an exciting new phase of growth in the United States. This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to expanding our presence across North America, enhancing our capabilities, and delivering even greater value to our customers. As we scale our operations, we are rapidly growing our team and actively seeking talented, driven individuals who are eager to contribute to a dynamic and forward-thinking organization. This is a unique opportunity to join Voortman at a pivotal moment and play a key role in shaping the future of our U.S. operations.

Be part of our next chapter. Grow with Voortman.