Operations Scheduler (Planner)

ITT Inc. - English US•Orchard Park, NY

6d•$72,300 - $107,500•Onsite

About The Position

ITT Enidine is seeking an Operations Scheduler to join its team in Orchard Park, New York. The role coordinates material requirements and production schedules to support manufacturing needs and customer demand. It involves detailed planning to ensure timely product deliveries, level-load production, and control inventory while supporting the company’s short- and long-term profitability. The Operations Scheduler works across production, supply chain, purchasing, engineering, and other departments to coordinate customer orders, material procurement, and production plans. The position monitors inventory and material availability, addresses potential shortages, and reports inventory status and improvement opportunities to management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
3–5 years of experience in production planning, materials management, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools for data-driven decision-making.
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, Kanban, and PFEP (Plan for Every Part).
Knowledge of inventory management techniques, safety-stock calculation, and demand planning.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working across production, supply chain, purchasing, and other departments.
Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and focus on continuous improvement.
Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other complex manufacturing industries.
APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent process-improvement certification.

Responsibilities

Meet the production schedule for the assigned area by reviewing daily order input and cell production schedules.
Schedule daily work requirements for manufacturing work cells.
Review material requirements and component-part order release quantities.
Analyze customer ordering patterns and determine whether replenishment pulls or level-loaded shipments are appropriate.
Calculate and implement minimum/maximum or safety-stock processes for major accounts.
Set and adjust Plan for Every Part (PFEP) requirements for internal inventory and production to support customer demand.
Control customer inventory levels using collected data; establish and adjust inventory levels as needed.
Monitor customer inventory and request purchase orders to support stocking levels.
Work with department supervisors and supply chain personnel to assess and discuss required changes.
Expedite materials through interdepartmental communication.
Coordinate customer orders with existing material procurement and production schedules.
Coordinate and expedite engineering support for special product requirements and emerging problems.
Coordinate material obsolescence and design component phase-in and phase-out plans.
Monitor inventory on the shop floor and in the stockroom.
Proactively address material-shortage causes that threaten production schedules.
Maintain daily contact with personnel from other departments.
Help develop and maintain an environment that supports a World Class Flexible Manufacturing System.
Periodically report inventory status, including levels and turns, and improvement opportunities to management.
Complete other work as assigned.