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Production Planner

SlingShot Connections

Houston, TX • $30.00 to $32.00 / hr • 9/5/2026

Job Description

Job Description

2-3 months contract

Can be hybrid after training period

About the job

The Production Planner supports manufacturing operations by maintaining production schedules,

tracking progress, coordinating materials, and ensuring accurate production planning throughout

the project.

We're looking for someone who

Has experience in production planning, scheduling, manufacturing coordination, or a

related operations role

Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills

Has experience tracking production schedules and monitoring workflow

Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams

Is proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook

Pays close attention to detail and maintains accurate records

Can prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Works independently with minimal supervision after training

Handles confidential business information with professionalism

Has reliable access to a personal computer for remote work

What you'll do

Support daily production planning and scheduling activities

Track production progress and provide daily status updates

Coordinate material availability and expedite materials as needed

Update production schedules based on operational priorities

Maintain accurate production records and planning documentation

Communicate schedule changes and production updates to internal teams

Monitor workflow to help ensure production goals are achieved

Support cross-functional coordination between production, planning, and operations

Maintain confidentiality of business information and project documentation

Perform additional planning and administrative tasks as assigned

Physical requirements

Must be able to sit and work at a computer for extended periods

Must be able to perform repetitive computer and data entry tasks

Must be able to work onsite during the initial training period and transition to a hybrid work

schedule

\nCompany Description

SlingShot Connections provides contract staffing, direct hire placement, executive search recruitment, payroll services, and customized staffing solutions for numerous verticals, including accounting & finance, hospitality, human resources, and many more.

Company Description

SlingShot Connections provides contract staffing, direct hire placement, executive search recruitment, payroll services, and customized staffing solutions for numerous verticals, including accounting & finance, hospitality, human resources, and many more.