Production Planner/Scheduler/Buyer

Company: M&M Quality Grinding
Location: La Grange
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About Us For more than 45 years, M&M Quality Grinding has been a trusted partner in precision bar stock grinding. Founded in 1981 and located in Hodgkins, Illinois, M&M plays a critical role in our customers' supply chains by delivering high-quality, tight-tolerance grinding services. We serve a wide range of customers such as medical, commercial and industrial manufacturing, and steel distribution. Our customers rely on us for consistency, accuracy, and on-time delivery, and our success begins with our people. We believe technology will never exceed the value of our most important resource: our team. Whether you're experienced, early in your career, or somewhere in between, we welcome hard-working, honest individuals who take pride in making a difference. M&M Quality Grinding is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and works hard to create a respectful, welcoming workplace for everyone. Position Summary: The Production Planner/Scheduler/Buyer is responsible for scheduling and coordinating workflow across departments to ensure efficient operations and on-time delivery. This role includes reviewing and converting sales orders into work orders, managing work orders throughout the production lifecycle using our ERP system (Global Shop Solutions), and purchasing shop floor and maintenance supplies. Production Planner/Scheduler/Buyer will work closely with Operations, Sales, Customer Service, Maintenance/Automation, and Shipping/Receiving to support production schedules, optimize resources, and uphold M&M's commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Job Requirements: Minimum 3 years of experience required in production planning and/or purchasing in a machine shop or manufacturing environment, with a high school diploma , or Preferred Recent graduate with a bachelor's degree (business, math, or related field) Strong math, analytical, and computer skills Self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to learn Excellent PC skills; Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 facility experience essential Spanish language capabilities desirable. Primary Responsibilities: Production Planning & Scheduling Review sales quotes and customer purchase orders for accuracy Convert sales orders into work orders and release them to shop floor supervisors Plan and schedule production based on customer demand using ERP Maintain accurate and timely updates to work orders and schedules Coordinate ship dates and proactively communicate changes to internal teams Purchasing & Vendor Management Purchase shop floor and maintenance supplies Build and maintain strong vendor relationships Negotiate pricing to ensure quality materials at the best cost Track vendor performance and delivery compliance Inventory & Reporting Oversee inventory levels of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods Adjust inventory records to ensure ERP accuracy Run daily, weekly, and monthly production and inventory reports Support efficient management of schedules, materials, and supplies Process Improvement & Lean Initiatives Streamline centerless grinding and outside secondary operations Develop and implement lean manufacturing and 6S initiatives Create workflows, processes, and training programs to improve efficiency Document processes by creating and maintaining work instructions Safety Leadership Develop and implement comprehensive safety policies for shop and office Conduct regular safety inspections and audits Provide safety training for new and existing employees Investigate incidents, near misses, and implement corrective actions Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory requirements Serve as the primary point of contact for safety-related concerns Professional Conduct Act in alignment with M&M Quality Grinding's core values of professionalism, accountability, and integrity Support both internal teams and external customers with a service-oriented mindset Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Matching 401 (k) contribution up to 5% Paid Time-off and Ten (10) Paid Holidays Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to walk, stand, sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel parts. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and crouch. Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Ear protection may be required for certain processes. Steel toed shoes and eye protection are required for all activity on the shop floor.

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