Production Planner

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don’t just meet standards—they redefine them.

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market.

The Sanmina Fremont facility is a full-service enclosure systems solution manufacturing plant. Located in California’s Silicon Valley, this facility produces low-to-mid volume New Product Introduction (NPI) runs to full-scale volume. The Fremont facility offers everything from small piece parts to fully integrated and tested systems. Supporting diverse technology sectors including semiconductor, telecommunications, and medical equipment, the Fremont facility offers a wide array of services including sheet metal fabrication, welding, painting and clean room assembly.

Job Purpose

The Materials Planner is responsible for translating engineering requirements and customer orders into actionable production schedules. This role ensures that materials, labor, and machinery are synchronized to meet rigorous deadlines while maintaining high technical standards and cost efficiency.

Nature of Duties

• Develop and maintain detailed master production schedules (MPS) using ERP/MRP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite).
• Analyze plant capacity and labor availability to prevent bottlenecks and ensure a smooth workflow through various technical work centers.
• Work closely with Engineering and Quality Assurance to incorporate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) into active production runs without disrupting lead times.
• Monitor raw material levels and sub-assemblies to ensure "Just-in-Time" (JIT) availability, minimizing excess stock while preventing line-down situations.
• Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and provide real-time updates to project managers and stakeholders regarding delivery timelines.
• Identify inefficiencies in the production cycle and implement Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and cycle time.

What You'll Bring Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in production planning or manufacturing.

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in overall sheet metal fabrication.

Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, macros).

Experience with NC/Laser and press-brake capability.

Understanding of setup sheets for punching, laser-cutting, and forming.

or a lawful permanent resident

Salary Range (annual): $80,000 - $97,000.

Why Join Us?

At Sanmina, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $xx and $xx, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Sanmina employees also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Sanmina, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Sanmina provides equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that this position may require access to technology, software, or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws. All offers of employment are contingent on the applicant either 1) being a "U.S. Person," defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident, or (iii) other protected individual, such as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158; or 2) being eligible to obtain a timely export control license or license exception from the applicable U.S. federal agency.