Strategic Production Planner & Scheduler

VESUVIUS AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED; Port Kembla; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VESUVIUS AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED is seeking a Production Planner/Scheduler for our Port Kembla facility. This full-time role focuses on optimising manufacturing operations, coordinating production activities, and liaising across sales, operations and supply chain to meet customer demands.

You will develop and maintain schedules, monitor progress, adjust plans as needed, and drive improvements in scheduling efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and scheduling in manufacturing
• Proficiency with planning software/ERP
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication across departments

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules to optimise resource use and meet delivery targets
• Monitor progress and adjust schedules for changes in demand or capacity
• Coordinate with sales, operations and supply chain to align priorities
• Analyse capacity and identify scheduling improvements
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure material availability
• Track KPIs on delivery, efficiency and adherence to plans
• Prepare production reports and forecasts for management
• Maintain data accuracy in scheduling systems
• Respond to urgent requests and implement contingency plans

Skills

Production scheduling

ERP systems

Excel

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP software (e.g., SAP/Oracle)

Job description

VESUVIUS AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED is seeking a Production Planner/Scheduler for our Port Kembla facility. This full-time role focuses on optimising manufacturing operations, coordinating production activities, and liaising across sales, operations and supply chain to meet customer demands.

You will develop and maintain schedules, monitor progress, adjust plans as needed, and drive improvements in scheduling efficiency.