About this role
Job Title Production Planner (2nd Shift) Job Category Manufacturing Job Description
What starts with YOU, moves the world! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Production Planner (2nd Shift) based at our Berea, KY manufacturing plant.
What you will do:
• Coordinate daily forklift builds in SAP/SRM, ensuring timely production and delivery.
• Manage and distribute key production reports (NRK, POS, weld schedules, special paint cards) to assembly, fabrication, and stores.
• Monitor part shortages and inventory accuracy; resolve discrepancies and track known reject issues.
• Support service order coordination and Kanban order entry in AS400.
• Collaborate with planners, buyers, and supply chain partners to maintain material flow and address backlogs.
• Communicate truck re-promise dates and manage Engineering Change Notice (ECN) updates.
• Ensure all required production documentation is accurate and available on the floor.
Who you are:
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Clear and confident communicator across teams and departments.
• Adaptable and quick to respond to shifting priorities.
• Team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
What you will need:
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of manufacturing experience
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience in lieu of degree
Skills, Experience & Abilities
• Working knowledge of DFT (Demand Flow Technology).
• Familiarity with assembly and fabrication operations.
• Proficient in AS400, SAP, and NOMS systems.
• Understanding of functions such as planning, scheduling, engineering, and purchasing.
• Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
Who we are: Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years.
What we offer: Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).
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Job Type Permanent Time Type Full time Work Hours
40 Travel Required None Primary Location HY US Berea, KY Address 2200 Menelaus Pike Zip Code 40403 Field-Based No Relocation Assistance Available No
We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled