Production Planner
Company: Forge Resources Group
Location: Dekalb
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Forge Resources Group, a leader
in custom forgings, is looking for a Production Planner at our
DeKalb, IL corporate office. FRG produces steel solutions for a
variety of industries through forging, hot forming, assembly, and
fabrication. The FRG team is continuing to grow, and we are seeking
the next team member to help us support production activity. This
is a full-time role on-site in our Dekalb facility, located 5
minutes north of route 88. The Production Planner is responsible
for managing the usage of resources to ensure optimal outputs to
our customer base. This individual will provide prompt and
organized data to support plant activity. Consistent communication
with plants, vendors, and additional departments is expected. Forge
Resources Group is seeking a driven individual who is looking to
develop into this role. Key Responsibilities: · Order analyzation ·
Manufacturing Order creation and oversight · ERP/ MRP task
functionality to support production needs · Vendor Management ·
Monthly shipping plan creation and management · Consistent
reporting to support interdepartmental requests · Coordinating
general production operation activity with material, plant activity
and vendor requirements EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED: · B.S. degree
program in Supply Chain, Systems, Economics, Business Studies, or
Industrial Management preferred · Knowledge of material requirement
planning (MRP) 2-3 years of systems planning or business software
based role experience preferred · Knowledge and understanding of
basic cost accounting principles · Strong user of Microsoft office
programs · Effective communicator – written and verbal · Strong
knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems · Effective
negotiation skills required · Organized and detail oriented ·
Vendor management experience preferred · Manufacturing plant
experience such as general operations, shipping, production,
quality, or similar experience preferred Forge Resources Group is a
Drug Free Workplace. Candidates must pass a pre-employment Drug
Screen, physical and detailed background check. The Drug Screen
includes screening for all drugs that are illegal under federal
law, regardless of state or local ordinances. Company Description
Forge Resources Group is a leader in open and closed-die near net
metal forgings, and fabricated assemblies serving diverse
industries including aerospace, mining/drilling, railroad,
shipbuilding, off-road/ag and other heavy equipment manufacturers.
Company Description Forge Resources Group is a leader in open and
closed-die near net metal forgings, and fabricated assemblies
serving diverse industries including aerospace, mining/drilling,
railroad, shipbuilding, off-road/ag and other heavy equipment
manufacturers.
Keywords: Forge Resources Group, Bartlett , Production Planner, Manufacturing , Dekalb, Illinois
