Production Planner Scheduler

Production Planner Scheduler • Bolingbrook, IL

4h • $57,400 - $71,750 • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Planner Scheduler is responsible for developing and managing the production schedule to ensure timely delivery of customer orders, efficient use of manufacturing capacity, and alignment with overall business objectives. This position plays a key role in driving schedule adherence, minimizing production delays, and supporting operational excellence.

Requirements

• Holds a High School diploma or equivalent required
• Has experience in production scheduling or planning in a manufacturing environment required.
• Possesses strong knowledge of ERP systems and production scheduling tools (JDE experience a plus).
• Is proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis; PowerPoint and Word also preferred.
• Has excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Has strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor�s Degree preferred.
• Has experience in a �make-to-order� or �engineer-to-order� manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Holding a APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first line of contact for plant production managers to provide insight of order prioritization and requirements
• Collaborate with factory teams to identify potential issues that may cause production disruptions and communicate potential issues to leaders, providing recommended solutions
• Evaluating resource availability (materials, employees, equipment) and confirming orders.
• Monitor production progress and proactively adjust schedules to address delays, capacity issues, or changing priorities.
• Analyze work center loads and resource requirements; support short- and long-term capacity planning.
• Maintain accurate scheduling data within the ERP system and ensure timely release of work orders.
• Monitor and report on key scheduling metrics such as on-time delivery, schedule adherence, backlog status, and order aging.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance scheduling processes and improve manufacturing flow.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED