Production Planning Intern

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Supply Chain / Production Scheduling Intern will support the Materials and Production Scheduling team by assisting with day-to-day scheduling, data entry, and reporting activities. This role provides hands-on exposure to production scheduling, purchasing, inventory control, and supply chain operations in an automotive manufacturing environment, working under the guidance and supervision of experienced Supply Chain team members.

JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Production Scheduling team with entering and updating work orders in the MRP/ERP system under supervision.
• Help maintain and organize scheduling data, including due dates, routing information, and work center assignments.
• Support daily production meetings by compiling status reports, open order lists, and priority task summaries.
• Assist in tracking material availability and flagging potential shortages to the Production Scheduler.
• Help gather and organize data for planning parameters such as lot sizes, lead times, and re-order points.
• Support inventory accuracy efforts, including assisting with cycle counts and physical inventory.
• Assist with pulling and organizing reports related to on-time delivery, backlog, and open purchase orders.
• Shadow the Production Scheduler and Buyer/Planner team to learn scheduling sequencing, tooling changeovers, and capacity considerations.
• Help maintain accurate records in supplier portals and customer EDI systems under guidance.
• Support the Toolroom and Quality teams with basic coordination tasks related to tooling repairs and hold/corrective-action documentation.
• Assist with filing, data entry, and other administrative tasks that support the Supply Chain department.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to gain exposure to purchasing, logistics, and inventory control functions.
• Complete assigned projects related to process improvement or data analysis as directed by the supervisor.
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES):

• Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Sophomore standing or above preferred; no prior professional experience required.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office required; exposure to ERP/MRP systems a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Able to follow instructions and work under regular supervision and guidance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work collaboratively with team members across departments.
• Available to work part-time during the academic semester and/or full-time during summer/school breaks, per program requirements.