Production Planner (Spector)

About the role

Veeco is seeking an execution-driven Production Planner to support manufacturing operations for existing products at our Somerset, NJ facility. This role plays a critical part in keeping production on track by owning short-term schedules and work order execution, responding to daily changes on the shop floor, and ensuring products are built and delivered on time.

Responsibilities

• Own daily work order management, including release, prioritization, sequencing, and closure in SAP.
• Execute and adjust short-term production schedules based on real-time shop floor conditions.
• Monitor open, in-process, and late work orders; drive timely completion and recovery actions.
• Re-prioritize and reschedule work orders to address material shortages, rework, and capacity constraints.
• Ensure accurate work order data in SAP (status, lead times, priorities, and completions).
• Cook up and coordinate with Manufacturing to align job priorities and resolve execution issues on the floor.
• Act on MRP exception messages to maintain flow and prevent delays in work orders.
• Support implementation of ECNs and MRB dispositions within active work orders.
• Communicate clear status updates and risks impacting work order completion and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Operations, or related focus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Planning, Scheduling, or Production Control.
• Demonstrated experience building and adjusting production schedules and owning work order execution.
• Strong understanding of MRP outputs as execution signals, not long-range supply planning.
• Experience supporting low-volume, long-lead production strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems; SAP strongly preferred.
• Strong production execution mindset with the ability to make frequent, time-sensitive scheduling decisions.
• Comfortable working directly with Manufacturing Supervisors and Project Managers on the shop floor.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a bias toward action and schedule recovery.
• Detail-oriented with strong ownership of work orders and commitments.
• Clear, concise communicator with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office tools.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, WIP control, and production flow preferred.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $77,126—$97,693, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance