2nd Shift Production Controller & Scheduler

Cst Industries, Inc.; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cst Industries, Inc. in DeKalb, IL is seeking a Production Planner to analyze, plan, and monitor the production schedule and material movement to ensure continuous operations and inventory accuracy.

The role requires ERP experience, preferably Dynamics 365, and 1–3 years in production control within manufacturing contexts. Strong analytical and communication skills, with cross-functional collaboration, are essential. Standard hours with overtime in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiar with current technology concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Dynamics 365.
• 1-3 years of Production control experience (Manufacturing/Automotive/Aerospace).

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate production activities based on customer orders.
• Process all transactions in company systems in an accurate and timely manner.
• Plans, reviews, releases, and stages material to shop order to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Locates, solves, and corrects problems within the department and communicates changes cross-functionally.
• Expedite or remove orders as necessary.
• Cross-functionally communicates upcoming schedule obstacles, availability, and constraints, along with possible solutions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

Cst Industries, Inc. in DeKalb, IL is seeking a Production Planner to analyze, plan, and monitor the production schedule and material movement to ensure continuous operations and inventory accuracy.

The role requires ERP experience, preferably Dynamics 365, and 1–3 years in production control within manufacturing contexts. Strong analytical and communication skills, with cross-functional collaboration, are essential. Standard hours with overtime in a manufacturing environment.