Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is seeking a Production Planner to join their team. As a Production Planner, you will be part of the operations department supporting various teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Production Planner **Location:** Bolton, CT **Pay Range:** $60-80,000/ year **What's the Job?** + Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, forecasted demand, and inventory levels. + Ensure availability of raw materials, components, and finished goods through inventory management and timely ordering. + Coordinate with HR to ensure adequate staffing for production shifts. + Monitor production progress, identify delays, and make necessary adjustments. + Analyze production costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiency. **What's Needed?** + Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). + 2–3 years in a production planning role in manufacturing. + APS Certification required. + Proficiency in APS software and Felios (or similar tools). + Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel. **What's in it for me?** + 401(k) + Health, dental, and vision insurance + Life insurance + Paid Time Off (PTO) **Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term Disability Insurance + 401(k) Our client is ALSO seeking a Purchasing Agent to join their team (These are separate positions) **Purchasing Agent – Job Description** **Position Summary:** The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for manufacturing operations. This role ensures timely and cost-effective purchasing to support production schedules, maintain inventory accuracy, and uphold quality standards. **Key Responsibilities:** + Procure materials, tools, and equipment for operations. + Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery with suppliers. + Collaborate with engineering, production, and inventory teams. + Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues. + Issue purchase orders and track deliveries. + Maintain purchasing records in the ERP system (e.g., SAP, Epicor). + Identify alternate suppliers to reduce risk and lead times. + Ensure compliance with company and ISO standards. + Contribute to supply chain efficiency and continuous improvement. **Qualifications:** + Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). + 2+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing setting. + Strong negotiation, organization, and vendor management skills. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems. + Familiarity with raw materials, machining, and mechanical components is a plus. **Work Environment:** + On-site manufacturing environment + Standard business hours; some shop floor interaction If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.