Production Planning Manager

DescriptionThe INNIO Advantage:INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high-performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high-margin services business that delivers long-term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates-driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints-INNIO enables scalable, behind-the-meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen-ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.At Revolution Power Solutions (RPS), a division of INNIO Waukesha Engines, we design and deliver turnkey power solutions that thrive under extreme conditions. Whether you're in oil & gas, power generation, or industrial operations, we provide fuel-flexible, overbuilt systems that perform when it matters most.Position Overview:The Production Planning Manager will oversee and optimize production scheduling, forecasting, and manufacturing coordination. This role will be responsible for ensuring customer commitments are met by effectively managing the planning and execution of production activities across supply chain, operations, manufacturing, and project management. This position serves as the central conduit between supply chain, operations, and manufacturing, aligning demand, materials, and production capacity to meet build schedules.Responsibilities:Oversee production planning, workflow, and scheduling to ensure alignment between demand, materials, and manufacturing capacityDevelop and maintain production plans and schedules based on plant capacity, project requirements, and incoming demandCoordinate with supply chain, project managers, operations, and manufacturing teams to ensure materials and components are available to meet production timelinesMonitor production status and progress, identifying delays, shortages, and bottlenecks and making adjustments as neededEnsure materials are flowing properly through the warehouse and into production, including oversight of pick ticket requirements feeding the production floorPartner with cross-functional teams to identify risks, resolve production issues, and adjust schedules when material availability or capacity constraints ariseMaintain ERP/MRP system accuracy to support effective demand planning and material availabilityAlign production schedules with manufacturing capabilities and capacity planning, ensuring the organization can meet build requirementsCommunicate potential schedule changes or constraints to project management and leadership teamsDrive continuous improvement efforts to improve production efficiency and reduce delaysPerform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuityRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related fieldMinimum of five (5) years of experience in manufacturing planning, production control, or supply chain planningExperience in manufacturing or assembly environments; industrial equipment, power generation, or similar industryProven ability to manage production planning processes and coordinate across cross-functional teamsStrong experience working with ERP/MRP systems; Oracle ERP preferredProficiency in Microsoft OfficeValid driver's licenseLegally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the futureKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities:Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly operations, and production workflowsAbility to balance supply and demand planning, ensuring materials meet production schedulesKnowledge of capacity planning and production scheduling principlesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skillsEffective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills across supply chain, operations, and project managementBasic understanding of mechanical systems and manufacturing timelines to support realistic planning assumptions.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentAdaptability and comfort working in a fast-growing, start-up style environment where responsibilities evolveAbility to work on-site in a warehouse and shop-floor production environmentAbility to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods throughout the workday