Production Scheduler

Location: Watertown – 53098

Type: Full time

Production Planning

• Creates jobs in ERP system and supporting job packets; distributes to production based on the master schedule.
• Coordinates production, with the support of production leaders and the sales team, to ensure the timely completion of jobs.
• Receives completed work orders into inventory, reviewing for accuracy and making corrections as necessary.
• Monitors reports and production‑floor feedback to ensure timely arrival of materials and accuracy of jobs in the schedule.
• Manages and monitors entry of production activities from each department daily.
• Processes changes to the system from ECNs and manufacturing.
• Analyzes customer forecasts to identify need for job creation.
• Monitors minimum and maximum levels for stocked manufactured items and releases jobs to production as necessary to maintain adequate MOH.
• Supports prioritizing orders at OSP and contacts vendors/suppliers to meet customer needs.
• Summarizes daily output, tracks actual vs. targeted goals, and advises appropriate personnel of variances, material shortages, or potentially missed deadlines.
• Assists and supports the placement and receiving of purchase orders.
• Supports the Shipping department as needed.

Inventory Control

• Issues material in the system daily, investigating and resolving discrepancies with inventory levels.
• Maintains an accurate account (both quantity and location) of work‑in‑process inventory.
• Prepares and leads annual physical inventories.
• Reconciles physical inventories and is responsible for periodic cycle counting; makes inventory adjustments as needed.
• Assesses forecasted demand to ensure safety stock and strategic MOH levels on finished goods are maintained.
• Supports the administration of the Open Order Report to identify shipment values and late‑order values for the month, following up to ensure timely shipment.

Skills and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma required; associate degree in business, supply chain, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ operations experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, BOM structure, manufacturing processes, product knowledge, and material systems.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• High level of interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with others and communicate with management, customer service, suppliers, manufacturing, and peers across facilities.
• Excellent problem‑solving, project, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to present verbal and written information and findings to management, customers, peers, direct reports, and suppliers.
• Strong regard for product quality and safety standards.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, meet schedules and deadlines with a time‑driven sense of urgency, and multitask and prioritize effectively.

What We Offer

• Health Insurance with discounted premiums for Wellness Program participation.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability.
• Life Insurance.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and paid sick‑time programs.
• 401(k) eligibility day one with generous company match.
• Charitable Gift Giving Program with company match.

Compensation Information

$24‑$30 per hour, dependent on experience.