Production Planner Scheduler

Production Planner Scheduler

The Production Planner Scheduler is responsible for developing and managing the production schedule to ensure timely delivery of customer orders, efficient use of manufacturing capacity, and alignment with overall business objectives. This position plays a key role in driving schedule adherence, minimizing production delays, and supporting operational excellence

As a Production Planner Scheduler you will:

• Act as the first line of contact for plant production managers to provide insight of order prioritization and requirements
• Collaborate with factory teams to identify potential issues that may cause production disruptions and communicate potential issues to leaders, providing recommended solutions
• Evaluating resource availability (materials, employees, equipment) and confirming orders.
• Monitor production progress and proactively adjust schedules to address delays, capacity issues, or changing priorities.
• Analyze work center loads and resource requirements; support short- and long-term capacity planning.
• Maintain accurate scheduling data within the ERP system and ensure timely release of work orders.
• Monitor and report on key scheduling metrics such as on-time delivery, schedule adherence, backlog status, and order aging.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance scheduling processes and improve manufacturing flow.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Has experience in production scheduling or planning in a manufacturing environment required.
• Has experience in a “make-to-order” or “engineer-to-order” manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Possesses strong knowledge of ERP systems and production scheduling tools (JDE experience a plus).
• Holding a APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) is a plus.
• Is proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis; PowerPoint and Word also preferred.
• Has excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Has strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive mindset.

What we offer you:

Typical pay is $57,400 – 71,750 annually.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

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G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

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