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Production Planner

Gates Corporation
vision insurance, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, South Carolina, Greenville
17 Hyland Road (Show on map)
Dec 02, 2025
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? WHAT TO EXPECT As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Greenville, SC plant, you will be a Planner. The Planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules that support on-time delivery and inventory objectives. This role ensures accurate and up-to-date planning data within ERP systems, proactively identifying and resolving scheduling constraints to maintain workflow continuity and support operational efficiency. Key responsibilities (to name a few): Dispatch work to gateway resources through MRP, including sorting, releasing, and analyzing material availability to ensure production has a continuous work queue; collaborate with shop supervisors/lead personnel to maintain balanced workloads Create and maintain production schedules to meet service level expectations and inventory targets Maintain planning data and relevant information for assigned items within ERP systems Resolve schedule adherence and product quality issues by coordinating with appropriate internal teams Collaborate with Sales and Engineering to release manual priority orders Partner with Engineering to implement changes to BOMs and manufacturing lead times as needed Coordinate with Purchasing to address material shortages and plan workload effectively Perform daily and monthly clerical inventory transactions and maintenance Analyze forecasted demand to support production planning ABOUT YOU 2-4 years experience in related field Solid understanding of shop processes and customer requirements Working knowledge of CMS platforms Basic proficiency in Excel Foundational knowledge of inventory management and record accuracy Strong analytical skills with sound judgment and intuitive problem-solving Proficient computer skills with the ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt Excellent organizational skills Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and an effective communicator Ability to multi-task and perform well under pressure BENEFITS Full-Time Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: Benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation, additionally 8 sick days 11 paid holidays 401(k): company matching up to 6% Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discounts WHY GATES? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. WORK ENVIRONMENT Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.