Associate Production Planner

Job Description

Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Why work at Watlow?

Would you like to work in the fascinating world of industrial technology? Watlow is a global leader in technology and manufacturing. For over 100 years, we have been dedicated to providing world-class engineering through innovative thermal products and systems that drive our customers' success and improve people's lives around the world.

Our corporate values guide us at all times: Always do the right thing, Learn and improve continuously, Respect everyone, and Lead with service and humility.

At Watlow Mexico, we offer a positive work environment, cutting-edge technology, and excellent professional development opportunities at our three plants located in El Marqués, Querétaro.

Position Summary

This role schedules and coordinates the flow of work within or between departments to facilitate or expedite production. Provide support and serve as inside liaison for customers and sales agents. Preparing build plan and production schedule for customer orders and inventory replenishment for safety and consignment stocks.

Functional Contribution (Contribution Matrix)

• Uses judgment to know when to refer issues to others.
• Recommends and implements solutions within designated area of responsibility.
• Technical troubleshooting of process, equipment, and product.
• Contribute in problem solving activities.
• Understand the processes and knowledge in tools and techniques and can apply them in multiple work areas and has the ability to train others on specific skills.
• Uses resources to learn the business.
• Facilitates and coach’s others.
• Identifies ways to reduce waste and improve business processes.
• Transfers knowledge from one situation to the next situation.
• Demonstrates approachability and openness.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal listening and communication capabilities.

Business Partner:

• Confers with department Team Leaders, customer service, designers, engineering and marketing to determine progress of work and to provide information on changes in processing methods.
• Develops strong relationships and provides effective communication, prioritization, and alignment across value streams, sites, business units, and functions.
• Demonstrates capability for engaging with external business partners to provide seamless linkage of supply chain processes.
• Works with Purchasing to ensure material availability for all raw and assembled goods required to meet the Master Production Schedule.
• Serves as inside liaison between production, purchasing, and customer service.

Center of Expertise (COE)

• Demonstrates capabilities in material management, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), pull systems, flow, and the implementation of lean concepts.
• High attention to detail, follow up and attention to customer service.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.
• Team player, able to work with cross functional team.
• Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Possess exceptional conflict resolution skills and is adept at dealing with situations involving conflict.

Education, Experience and Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or related Engineering.
• Applicants must be permanent residents.

Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan

Your and your family's health, well-being, and financial stability are a priority for us. The Watlow Total Compensation Plan includes competitive compensation and a range of benefits to enhance your career:

• Salary paid bi-weekly
• Major and minor medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Savings fund (13%)
• Vacation days: 1st year - 13 days (Increasing each year according to the law + 1 additional day)