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Actalent Production Planner in Denver, Colorado
Job Title: Production PlannerJob Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Production Planner to join our dynamic team. This role involves overseeing daily production scheduling functions, managing manufacturing order releases, and aligning them with the company’s forecast and open demand. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to learn and grow within the automation industry, with a focus on production planning and supply chain management.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily production scheduling functions.
Manage and release manufacturing orders accurately and timely.
Align manufacturing orders with company forecasts and open demand.
Coordinate with procurement associates to move items to the facility or customer.
Ensure all bill of materials are issued and manufacturing orders are reconciled or closed prior to shipping.
Create purchase orders and manufacturing orders.
Engage in vendor management.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in Excel.
Experience in production planning, scheduling, buying, or production control.
Strong communication skills.
Detail-oriented with a strong desire to learn and grow.
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in a production environment is beneficial.
Machine shop experience is a plus.
Familiarity with Power Query, Power Pivot, and Power BI.
Work Environment
This position offers flexibility in working hours, with the option to work four ten-hour days or five eight-hour days. Our company is currently expanding, moving to a larger facility in Aurora, which offers more room for growth. We are a growing company, deeply involved in R&D, and offer a great opportunity to gain or expand experience in the automation industry. While initially a contract role, there is potential for permanent placement depending on budget outcomes. Our work environment balances the feel of a family-owned business with the robust resources of a larger corporate entity. The team consists of nine members, all based in Colorado.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.