Planner Scheduler

Aston Carter•Franklin Township, NJ

7d•$77,126 - $97,693•Onsite

About The Position

The Planner Scheduler owns day-to-day work order management and short-term production scheduling in a complex manufacturing environment. The role releases, prioritizes, sequences, tracks, and closes work orders in SAP, adjusting schedules as real-time shop floor conditions and priorities change. It maintains accurate SAP data, drives timely completion of open and late work orders, and works closely with Manufacturing and other stakeholders to maintain production flow and schedule adherence. The position supports low-volume, long-lead production environments and uses SAP MRP for material planning, inventory management, production scheduling, and supply chain operations. It also contributes to continuous improvement in production flow, WIP control, and Lean Manufacturing practices where applicable. This is a permanent, fully onsite position in Somerset, New Jersey, in a manufacturing setting focused on complex machines and advanced technology.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree.
At least 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Planning, Scheduling, or Production Control.
Demonstrated experience building and adjusting production schedules and owning end-to-end work order execution.
Hands-on experience using SAP MRP in a manufacturing environment for material planning, inventory management, production scheduling, and supply chain operations.
Strong understanding of MRP outputs as execution signals rather than long-range supply planning tools.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.
Ability to make frequent, time-sensitive scheduling decisions with a strong production execution mindset.
Comfort working directly with Manufacturing Supervisors and Project Managers on the shop floor.
Strong problem-solving skills and a bias toward action and schedule recovery.
Detail-oriented approach and strong ownership of work orders, commitments, and data accuracy.
Clear, concise communication skills and ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Nice To Haves

Experience in complex electromechanical equipment manufacturing is preferred.
Experience supporting low-volume, long-lead production environments is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles, WIP control, and production flow is preferred.
Experience in complex, cutting-edge manufacturing environments supporting advanced technology and material science solutions.
Ability to collaborate effectively across manufacturing, project management, and supply chain functions.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and real-time decision-making demands.

Responsibilities

Own daily SAP work order management, including release, prioritization, sequencing, tracking, and closure.
Execute and adjust short-term production schedules based on real-time shop floor conditions and changing priorities.
Monitor open, in-process, and late work orders; drive timely completion and implement recovery actions when needed.
Re-prioritize and reschedule work orders to address material shortages, rework requirements, and capacity constraints.
Ensure SAP work order data is accurate, including status, lead times, priorities, and completion information.
Act on MRP exception messages to maintain production flow and prevent work order delays.
Support implementation of engineering change notices (ECNs) and MRB dispositions within active work orders.
Coordinate with Manufacturing to align job priorities and resolve shop floor execution issues.
Communicate concise status updates and risks affecting work order completion and schedule adherence to stakeholders.
Collaborate directly with Manufacturing Supervisors and Project Managers on time-sensitive scheduling decisions.
Use SAP MRP to support material planning, inventory management, production scheduling, and supply chain operations.
Balance competing priorities and maintain schedule integrity with a strong production execution mindset.
Build and adjust detailed production schedules for low-volume, long-lead production environments.
Contribute to continuous improvement related to production flow, WIP control, and Lean Manufacturing practices where applicable.