Brek Balentine
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Dynamic Production Planner with a proven track record at Pellerin Milnor, adept at optimizing schedules and reducing waste through effective ERP utilization. Strong organizational skills and cross-functional collaboration led to improved throughput and timely delivery. Skilled in negotiating priorities while maintaining excellent communication with teams to resolve production challenges.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Planner
Pellerin Milnor
05.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained production schedules to meet operational demands.
- Analyzed inventory levels to optimize material requirements and reduce waste.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address production issues and implement solutions.
- Utilized ERP software to track production progress and manage workflow efficiently.
- Adjust schedules in response to changes (e.g. engineering change orders, urgent orders, supply delays, machine downtime).
- Work closely with procurement to anticipate material lead times, order long‑lead items, and avoid stockouts
- Identify bottlenecks (e.g. if a weld station is overloaded, or assembly is delayed) and plan around them.
- Track production progress vs schedule; report on whether throughput, lead times, delivery dates are being met.
Supply Chain Analyst
Epic Piping
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Supported vendor relationship management through effective communication and issue resolution
- Build and maintain project specifications in drafting software for detailing in accordance with project documentation (JD Edwards).
- Manage the preparation and analysis of material forecasts, interpreting MRP output and negotiating purchases.
- Reviewed procedures, such as distribution or inventory management, to deliver maximum efficiency or minimum cost.
- Maintained logistics records in accordance with corporate policies
Sales Associate
Totem Mats
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately for efficient transaction processing.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to attract customer attention and drive sales.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales targets and improve store performance.
- Increased customer retention and renewal growth by revitalizing existing business in segment.
- Researched market trends to remain current with industry and competitor information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, ARSkills
- Strong organizational, planning, and scheduling skills
- Good understanding of manufacturing processes (fabrication, assembly, electrical, controls)
- Excellent ability to work cross-functionally (engineering, procurement, production, quality, sales)
- Proficiency with planning systems / ERP / MRP, BOMs, routing, capacity planning
- Communication skills: being able to communicate delays, negotiate priorities, escalate appropriately
Certification
- Six Sigma certification in process
Timeline
Production Planner
Pellerin Milnor
05.2023 - Current
Supply Chain Analyst
Epic Piping
08.2022 - 03.2023
Sales Associate
Totem Mats
11.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas