Production Planner Intern at Industrial… · Jacksonvi…

At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets. Position Summary: IEM is currently seeking a Production Planner Intern for our Jacksonville, FL location, reporting to the Production Planning Manager. This is a 6-week internship focused on production planning, giving the intern direct exposure to how IEM manages and analyzes production plans and orders. The intern will spend the majority of their time working in Microsoft Excel and INFOR to analyze production plans, validate that orders in the system align with actual production requirements, and support the planning team with data-driven insights. This is a hands-on, analysis-heavy role well-suited to someone who enjoys working with data and wants to understand how manufacturing planning works in practice. Please note: This position requires 100% in-office presence at our Jacksonville, FL offices and does not offer remote work.   Key Responsibilities: • Support the planning team in developing and maintaining production schedules based on customer demand, material availability, and manufacturing capacity. • Assist with reviewing customer orders and demand signals to help validate production requirements against established lead times. • Work directly in INFOR to analyze production plans and validate that orders in the system align with actual production requirements and customer demand. • Assist with capacity and material availability analysis to help identify planning constraints. • Participate in cross-functional planning meetings with Production, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams. • Support continuous improvement initiatives including Kanban systems, visual management, and data accuracy projects. • Perform heavy Excel-based analysis to track, compare, and reconcile production data, supporting planning decisions and team meetings with clear, accurate reporting. • The intern will be expected to perform additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization.   Qualifications: • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (required). • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis or reporting is an asset. • Exposure to ERP or MRP systems is a plus but not required. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment. • Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization.   Compensation actually offered for this role will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Why Join IEM At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey. Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers Recruiting Scams Beware of recruiting scams. IEM never charges candidates fees, and all recruiter emails come from an @iemfg.com address. If you suspect fraudulent activity, do not share personal information and report it to us at iemfg.com/contact Non-Discrimination Statement IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law. Privacy Information collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to IEM's Workforce Member Privacy Policy.