Production Planner/Scheduler

American Crane & Equipm • Amity Township, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Production Planner / Scheduler to support our Manufacturing team. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and continuously optimizing detailed production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of custom cranes, hoists, and engineered material handling equipment.

This position plays a critical role in aligning materials, manpower, machine capacity, and project timelines with customer commitments in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered
• Experience in production planning and scheduling within an ERP environment required
• Experience in heavy equipment, crane manufacturing, engineered-to-order, or low-volume/high-mix production strongly preferred
• Experience interpreting blueprints, fabrication drawings, and project schedules
• Experience scheduling long-lead or custom-built equipment preferred
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong understanding of work center capacity planning and resource constraints
• Proficiency in ERP systems and scheduling software
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills
• Ability to balance structured planning discipline with adaptability to real-world production changes
• Aligned with ACECO’s mission, values, and GRIT culture
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Ability to verify identity and employment authorization (Form I-9)
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws (including 10 C.F.R. Part 810, EAR, and/or ITAR), where applicable
• Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen and randomized drug testing during employment
• Ability to meet the posted work schedule and required hours
• Ability to maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
• Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Willingness to wear required PPE when in shop or manufacturing areas
• Willingness to complete required safety, compliance, and role-specific training
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company values and expectations
• On-site presence required five days per week
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based ERP and scheduling work
• Ability to regularly stand and walk the production floor
• Ability to safely navigate shop floor, stairs, and platforms
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 25–40 pounds as needed
• Ability to safely wear required PPE in shop environments

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master production schedules for crane manufacturing projects, including fabrication, machining, painting, and assembly operations
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date work center and job schedules
• Analyze job orders, timelines, and resource requirements to plan workflow and sequencing
• Reschedule jobs based on changes in material availability, engineering release dates, capacity constraints, or shifting priorities
• Develop and maintain a credible, forward-looking production schedule reflecting work center loading and material status
• Utilize ERP and scheduling modules to manage sales orders, jobs, work orders, and inventory linkages
• Ensure data integrity across interconnected systems and cross-functional dependencies
• Assist in implementation and optimization of ERP tools for scheduling and material control
• Create dashboards and reports to support real-time production visibility
• Spend approximately 70–80% of the workday engaged in ERP and scheduling systems
• Integrate engineering release dates with production start schedules
• Coordinate with Quality regarding schedule impacts from rework or inspection delays
• Collaborate with supervisors to confirm availability of labor, equipment, and materials
• Participate in cross-functional planning meetings and operational reviews
• Proactively identify schedule risks including material shortages, labor constraints, equipment downtime, or engineering delays
• Facilitate resolution discussions with stakeholders
• Monitor and adjust schedules to minimize disruption and maintain on-time performance
• Track KPIs such as promise vs. actual start and finish dates
• Provide weekly schedule updates to Project Managers, Engineering, and Operations leadership
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling effectiveness and operational flow

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience, skills, education, and market data
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance – available day one (no wait)
• Wellness plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off (unused PTO hours roll over each year)
• 401K retirement plan
• 10 paid company holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree