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Production Planner

Posted about 1 month ago

OfficeBuffalo, NY156000k - 176800k USD
GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems.
 
We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.
 
GTI Values: Safey I Quality I Customer Obsession I Speed I Agility 

The Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring the flow of projects through the project life cycle for the entire Company (Buffalo, NY). This role provides timely planning and scheduling of manufacturing work orders to the production floor and works in conjunction with the project management team. 
### Job Responsibilities
  • Create daily, weekly, and long-term production plans, converting customer needs into actionable manufacturing schedules 

  • Balance labor, machine capacity, inventory, and materials to meet production targets 

  • Review open sales orders to determine customer requirements 

  • Address unforeseen production issues and reallocate resources as needed 

  • Coordinate delivery of parts to expedite flow of material to meet production schedule 

  • Utilize MES/ERP system to auto‐generate manufacturing work orders 

  • Coordinate between warehouse and purchasing on material shortages 

  • Notify Operations & Sales of any schedule impacts to customers 

  • Coordinate/expedite manufacturing builds to ensure schedules are achieved 

  • Completes status reports, such as production progress, customer information and materials inventory 

  • Identify areas for improvement in the production process and provide feedback 

 

### Required Qualifications
  • At least 3 years’ experience in production planning 

  • Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods 

  • Ability to interact well with internal and external customers 

  • Excellent communication skills 

  • Proficient use of computer systems and software applications 

  • In‐depth knowledge of ERP software preferred 

  • Associate’s degree – preferable focus on Production Planning, Operations Management, Business Administration or related field 

 

GTI promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. We also value the safety of all employees and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.
 
Job details
Workplace
Office
Location
Buffalo, NY
Salary
156000k - 176800k USD
per year
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GTI Fabrication is a leading U.S.-based contract manufacturer specializing in complex steel enclosures and fully integrated systems for Energy Storage (BESS), Power Generation, Modular LNG, Data Centers, Defense, and Offshore markets. Founded in 2015 in Buffalo, NY, GTI has rapidly expanded with advanced manufacturing facilities in Buffalo, Phoenix, and Monterrey, offering over 1,000,000 sq. ft. of combined production space. Our capabilities span structural steel fabrication, precision welding, powder coating, mechanical and electrical integration, battery integration, and end-of-line testing—all under one roof. We are an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer and one of the only LRQA and ABS-approved ISO shipping container factories in the U.S., ensuring full TAA/BAA compliance for government and defense contracts. At GTI, we believe in long-term partnerships over vendor relationships. Our engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams work side-by-side with customers to bring complex products from prototype to mass production—on time, on budget, and at scale. Key Capabilities ✔ U.S. and Mexico-based Manufacturing ✔ BESS Enclosure Fabrication & Integration ✔ ISO Container Customization & Certification (CSC, ABS, LRQA) ✔ Power Gen Packaging & Modular Data Centers ✔ Busbar, Wire Harness, and Battery Module Assembly ✔ Robotic Welding & Automation ✔ Full-Service Engineering & Prototyping ✔ High Volume Manufacturing

Employees
233
Industry
Manufacturing
Headquarters
Buffalo, NY
Founded
2015
Company location
3100 Lake Shore Road, Buffalo, NY 14219, US

Key team members

Anthony Adragna

Anthony Adragna

Christopher Rossi

Christopher Rossi

Shane Kemplin

Shane Kemplin

Brad Gallion

Brad Gallion

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