Production Planner - Join Robert Half in Savannah, Georgia

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for optimizing production processes and ensuring seamless supply chain operations? Robert Half is partnering with a leading manufacturing firm in Savannah, Georgia to find an experienced Production Planner for a contract opportunity with strong potential for full-time placement. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in dynamic manufacturing environments, excels at demand forecasting, capacity planning, and cross-functional collaboration. As a Production Planner, you'll play a pivotal role in translating customer demands into efficient end-to-end production plans, minimizing backorders, and driving inventory optimization. With Savannah's booming manufacturing sector—home to major ports, aerospace, and logistics hubs—this position offers exposure to cutting-edge operations in one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S.

Robert Half specializes in placing top talent in supply chain and operations roles across Georgia. Our Production Planners are in high demand due to the region's industrial growth, including automotive, defense, and heavy manufacturing. If you have expertise in ERP systems, metrics-driven process improvements, and leading teams through bottlenecks, this is your chance to advance your career with a reputable employer backed by Robert Half's unparalleled support.

About the Role

In this contract Production Planner position, you'll coordinate logistics, manage procurement, and ensure the smooth flow of materials and resources in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Reporting to operations leadership, you'll focus on zero-backorder goals, optimized equipment usage, and data accuracy in planning systems. This role demands strong analytical skills to monitor WIP levels, throughput, and lead times while partnering with commercial, engineering, and quality teams. Located in Savannah, GA, you'll contribute to monthly financial reporting and operational cost efficiencies for MSO (Manufacturing Service Operations). Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of hands-on experience in production planning, a proactive mindset, and the ability to lead coordinators in daily WO (Work Order) management and material movements. Join Robert Half to leverage our expertise in jobs in Savannah, GA and secure a role that aligns with your skills in supply chain optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve high-impact tasks such as:

• Translating customer demand into comprehensive 'end-to-end' production plans, targeting zero backorders and peak inventory efficiency.
• Mapping operational capacity, optimizing equipment utilization, and streamlining process lead times.
• Reviewing and validating demand planning system configurations for maximum accuracy.
• Collaborating with commercial partners to optimize demand-to-production alignment.
• Providing direct data inputs for monthly financials and MSO operational costs.
• Implementing KPIs for WIP levels, machine throughput, planned lead times, and orchestrating responsive actions.
• Monitoring metrics for internal/external processes and raw materials impacting lead times.
• Developing processes for work center management and prioritizing workloads effectively.
• Guiding coordinators in work order handling and material logistics.
• Identifying bottlenecks and fostering daily partnerships with operations, engineering, and quality to uphold plan adherence.

These responsibilities highlight the strategic nature of the role, blending planning, leadership, and continuous improvement—core to thriving in Savannah's competitive manufacturing landscape.

Required Qualifications

To succeed, you'll need:

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of proven experience in production planning, manufacturing, or logistics.
• Advanced proficiency in demand planning tools and ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.
• Robust analytical abilities for metrics tracking, bottleneck resolution, and data integrity.
• Superior communication skills for leading teams and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Familiarity with lean principles, inventory control, and procurement best practices.
• Experience in work order systems, material flow, and capacity optimization.

Robert Half values diverse backgrounds; manufacturing certifications (e.g., APICS CPIM) are a plus. We're seeking candidates ready to hit the ground running in Savannah's vibrant job market.

Why Join Us

Partner with Robert Half for unmatched benefits and career growth. Enjoy competitive pay around $34/hour (equivalent to $65K-$85K annually), flexible contract terms, and pathways to permanent roles. Our benefits package includes health insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO, and access to exclusive training via Robert Half University. Work in Savannah, GA—a city blending Southern charm with industrial innovation, near Gulfstream Aerospace and the Port of Savannah. Tags: Robert Half Careers, Production Planner Jobs Savannah GA, Supply Chain Careers Georgia. Apply now to elevate your production planning career!