Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we're an employee-owned company, we don't just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement. Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for planning and logistics? Join our team as a Millwork Planner , where you'll play a key role in the strategic planning and staging of materials for Millwork Fabrication projects. In this position, you'll collaborate closely with Fixture Estimators to determine packaging and part needs, ensuring all direct materials are procured accurately, on time, and within budget. You'll also partner with Project Managers to communicate production status and adjust material plans as needed to keep projects running smoothly from start to finish. Shift Available: Monday through Friday 7:00 am - 4:00 pm A variety of these traits will help land you this job. If you have: a High school degree or GED equivalent. a Degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is a plus. 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment, a background in wood and related materials preferred. On top of that you must have: a solid understanding of retail fixtures and their unique packaging needs. knowledge of packaging standards and best practices. strong communication skills with a servant leadership mentality, fostering collaboration with individuals and teams. a self-starter mindset with the ability to work efficiently and effectively. proficiency in packaging design software and familiarity with various packaging materials, methods, and off-the-shelf options. knowledge of shipping and logistics requirements specific to retail fixtures. the ability to evaluate and improve packaging solutions for quality, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency. In this position you'll: collaborate with the Fixture Estimator to gather information from the job estimate and determine the materials needed to plan and stage work for successful job completion. review the ticket and distribution list to identify any required pre-kitted materials and final packaging needs. develop a detailed production plan based on the estimate and engineered drawings, accurately identifying material requirements-type, quantity, quality, timing, and cost-to minimize purchase price and material usage variances. build and maintain strong relationships with wood material and other key suppliers. submit requisitions for sourcing all necessary materials, including those for final assembled products. communicate effectively with production leads to develop strategic plans for each job's parts and workflow. identify job ticket issues and resolve them or notify the Project Manager for correction. analyze large-scope jobs to identify opportunities for ganging and nesting parts to maximize efficiency. participate in Pre-Production meetings to provide insights and recommendations that support smooth ticket entry and production flow. evaluate material options to determine the most cost-effective solutions in terms of sizing, yield, and press time. Review and maintain the production plan on a per-job basis. update job plans and tickets promptly to reflect all change orders. perform other duties as assigned by management. To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be: able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Have strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization. willing to sit or stand at a desk for an extended period of time and perform long hours of work sitting at a computer. able to apply manual dexterity and visual acuity for computer keyboarding and office equipment use and to review detailed reports and information. willing to move around the plant and office areas repeatedly throughout the day TBG Overview: We are a 900-person visual merchandising company We are 100% employee-owned We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure This is a full-time position in Chaska, MN, 55318 Compensation Range : $62,000 - $72,000 annually *Range reflects our good-faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations. Benefits Overview: The Bernard Group offers a competitive variety of benefits designed just for you: Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability Paid parental leave Retirement Savings programs: Employee Stock Ownership Plan-100% Employee-Owned 401k with a company match Career Development Opportunities Flexible Work Hours Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment What, still want more? We have it. A culture of freedom, trust and a passion for excellence! Collaboration and teamwork Talented, empowered and engaged co-workers by your side We have fun! The Art of Teams at TBG : We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process. We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams in order to handle the speed and details of retail. It's the difference between average and being a world class service provider. If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence, and are interested in joining the TBG team, please click 'Apply' to submit your application. Thanks! The Bernard Group, Inc.