Production Planner/Buyer
Who Is Prince?
Founded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies.
At Prince, we don’t just make parts—we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth-minded thinking to deliver real value.
Job Summary
The Production Planner / Buyer is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating manufacturing activities to ensure on-time delivery, optimal inventory levels, and efficient utilization of plant resources. This role serves as a critical link between Customer Service, Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Shipping to ensure customer requirements are met while maximizing operational efficiency.
The Production Planner / Buyer develops and maintains production schedules, manages material requirements, procures raw materials and outside services, monitors inventory levels, and drives timely communication regarding order status and delivery commitments. The successful candidate will be highly analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced working wit
