Job Title: Production Planner Job Description The Production Planner is responsible for preparing (kitting) and staging production jobs, tracking products through all manufacturing processes, ensuring documentation accuracy, and performing inventory transactions within the ERP system. This role supports smooth production flow, quality assurance, and cross-department coordination. Responsibilities + Prepare and stage production jobs across all process areas. + Maintain accurate lot traceability and perform ERP inventory transactions. + Review and verify dimensional, cosmetic, spectral, and metrological requirements. + Support engineering by integrating non-manufacturing jobs into production. + Read, interpret, and respond to work orders and lot travelers. + Safely handle and transport materials. + Prioritize and schedule work to meet production deadlines. Essential Skills + Prior planning/materials experience. + Experience with ERP systems, ideally INFOR Visual. + Minimum 2+ years experience in production control or production planning. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Ability to perform basic math (whole numbers, fractions, decimals). + Proficiency with MS Office. Additional Skills & Qualifications + High school diploma required. + Problem-solving: Uses logic, experience, and analysis to make sound decisions. + Organizational support: Follows procedures, completes tasks accurately, supports company goals. + Planning & organizing: Manages time well, multitasks effectively, and develops realistic action plans. + Quality focus: Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail. + Decision-making: Knows when to act independently and when to escalate. + Communication: Speaks clearly and professionally; responds effectively to questions. Work Environment This role is on-site 5 days per week in Tyngsborough, MA and Westford, MA (15 minutes apart). The environment has a moderate noise level typical of an office with printers and light foot traffic. Must be able to occasionally lift or move up to 100 lbs. This is a great opportunity to start as a contractor and transition into a permanent role, with the potential for promotion to a Sr Planner position in the future. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tyngsborough, MA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tyngsborough,MA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.