Customer Project Planner | Direct Hire

Job Description

Job Description

Customer Project Planner | Manufacturing Operations | Production Scheduling | $55K-$65K + DOE | Ashland, PA

Join a Team That Keeps Manufacturing Moving

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Customer Project Planner to serve as the critical link between our customers, sales team, and manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for coordinating production schedules, managing customer project timelines, monitoring capacity, and helping ensure on-time delivery of castings and related products.

If you enjoy problem solving, balancing priorities, working across departments, and driving projects from order entry through shipment, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate and schedule production activities across multiple departments to meet customer requirements and delivery commitments.
• Monitor production progress, identify scheduling conflicts, and implement recovery plans when needed.
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations to establish realistic customer promise dates and production plans.
• Manage multiple customer projects simultaneously while ensuring timelines and specifications are met.
• Track inventory levels and assist with inventory control initiatives to minimize shortages and excess stock.
• Utilize ERP systems to monitor shop orders, production data, and workflow status.
• Develop and distribute production capacity and load reports.
• Communicate project updates and delivery schedules to customers, supervisors, and leadership teams.
• Partner with department managers to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of manufacturing, production planning, supply chain, project coordination, or foundry experience.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems. [ASHLAND FO...ESCRIPTION | Word]
• APICS Certification (CPIM or related designation). [ASHLAND FO...ESCRIPTION | Word]
• Foundry, castings, heavy manufacturing, or industrial production experience. [ASHLAND FO...ESCRIPTION | Word]
• Experience with Odyssey ERP is a plus. [ASHLAND FO...ESCRIPTION | Word]

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $55,000 - $65,000 based on experience
• Stable, long-term manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work directly with leadership and operations teams
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package

Apply Today

Are you a planner, coordinator, scheduler, or manufacturing professional who thrives on keeping projects on track and customers informed? Join our clients team and help drive operational excellence while delivering outstanding customer results.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Our client is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants

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