Production Planner- Antigo WI

About the role

Waukesha Bearings, a brand of Dover Precision Components, is a leading designer and manufacturer of hydrodynamic fluid film bearings, active magnetic bearing systems and seals for high-performing turbomachinery and rotating equipment in oil & gas, power generation, marine, military, and industrial markets. This Production Planner role is based at our manufacturing facility in Antigo, Wisconsin. Due to our government client, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the master production schedule based on customer orders, forecasts, and capacity constraints.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production schedules with material availability, lead times, and operational capacity.
• Monitor order progress through the shop floor and adjust schedules and routings as needed to meet delivery commitments.
• Communicate production schedule changes or delays to all relevant stakeholders.
• Analyze forecast data and manufacturing constraints to identify opportunities for production smoothing and efficiency gains.
• Release materials from stockroom or staging areas to support scheduled orders.
• Print, assemble, and distribute job packets to designated value streams.
• Close job orders daily for assigned value streams to maintain accurate system records.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to scheduling, materials flow, and production planning processes.

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in manufacturing and/or demand planning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills for managing production plans and analyzing data.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Must have a sense of urgency and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen (due to ITAR/EAR regulations).

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.
• Experience using Syteline ERP system.
• Mechanical aptitude to learn the technical aspects of Waukesha Bearings’ products.
• Previous experience in production planning within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work closely with buyers and supply chain partners to ensure material lead times align with production needs.