Production Planning and Scheduling Manager

Prototek Digital Manufacturing • Contoocook, NH

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About The Position

We’re looking for a Production Planning & Scheduling Manager to take ownership of our master scheduling and planning function—ensuring the right work flows through the shop at the right time, with the right resources.

Requirements

• 5+ years in production planning/scheduling in a manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of leadership experience
• Strong background in ERP/MRP systems and data integrity
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing (job shop preferred)
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 / AS9100 environments
• Ability to read prints and understand manufacturing workflows
• Proven ability to solve problems, manage priorities, and lead teams
• Must meet ITAR U.S. Person requirements – Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities.
• This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status.
• ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the master production schedule across departments
• Balance demand vs. capacity in a high-mix, fast-paced environment
• Lead production planning and purchasing teams to ensure alignment and execution
• Optimize schedules based on material, labor, and machine availability
• Identify bottlenecks and drive improvements in throughput and on-time delivery
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Quality, and Sourcing
• Support quoting efforts with production timing and feasibility input
• Monitor key metrics: schedule attainment, backlog, and production efficiency

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 9 paid Holidays annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%
• Education reimbursement program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive pay scale
• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees