Production Capacity Planner
About the job
- Proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Office.
- Proficiency in SAP.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Two to four years of related experience.
- A college degree is preferred.
- Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including 20/20 vision with or without correction, using hands and sitting, standing, or walking throughout the workday, computer use, and lifting 25 pounds.
- Schedule orders using capacity planning tools.
- Process expedite requests.
- Maintain capacity information, including shift calendars, scheduled downtime, and machine breakdown management.
- Monitor monthly lead-time estimates for Sales and Distribution.
- Print, validate, and complete SAP production orders.
- Release orders and distribute them to the shop.
- Analyze capacity planning and provide appropriate recommendations.
- Analyze production development plans and ensure compliance with customer demands in the facility.
- Prepare performance models and plan capacity.
- Design and schedule weekly production and ensure effective implementation of the schedule.
- Assist with the analytical design of systems and forecast resource capacity requirements.
- Manage key system metrics and support ad hoc reports and dashboards.
- Analyze processes and identify process improvements.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
About the company
Radiac Abrasives makes conventional bonded and superabrasive cutting wheels for aerospace, automotive, wood, aviation, turbine, and bearing applications, mainly serving North America. Its wheels combine abrasive grains with a bonding system in disc form to grind and remove material, with different grain types and bonds chosen for specific materials and speeds. The company differentiates itself through a direct-sales plus engineering-support model that delivers customized grinding solutions aimed at reducing scrap and cutting costs, supported by ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications. Its goal is to provide cost-effective, timely grinding solutions with high quality and reliable service tailored to customer needs in the North American market.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Oswego, Illinois
Founded
N/A
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Salem issued Radiac an $819,000 expansion permit on July 3, 2025.
- Tyrolit cited production, purchasing, sales, and service synergies from the acquisition.
- Radiac's ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications support regulated aerospace and automotive accounts.
What critics are saying
- Radiac's 2026 headcount fell to 658, signaling demand softness or efficiency pressure.
- Salem's July 2025 $819,000 expansion permit lacks details, creating execution uncertainty.
- Tyrolit owns Radiac, so integration decisions can override local priorities and squeeze autonomy.
What makes Radiac Abrasives unique
- Tyrolit kept Radiac as an independent North American brand after 2025 acquisition.
- Radiac combines conventional bonded and superabrasive wheels with engineering-led grinding solutions.
- Three U.S. plants in Salem, Oswego, and Marysville support aerospace and turbine customers.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Remote Work Options