Analytics-Driven Production Planner & Scheduler

Lapham-Hickey Steel-; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lapham-Hickey Steel is seeking a Planner/Scheduler to develop and maintain production schedules that align with customer demand and inventory levels. You will collaborate with procurement, production, and logistics to anticipate bottlenecks and ensure on-time delivery.

Using ERP and planning software, you will analyze data, adjust plans for downtime or demand changes, and support continuous improvement initiatives to sustain efficiency and quality across operations.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with planning and scheduling software such as AS400 systems or advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, inventory management, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules that optimize resource utilization and meet customer delivery requirements.
• Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure materials are available to support production plans.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules proactively to address delays, equipment downtime, or changes in demand.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality assurance, and logistics to align schedules and resolve issues.
• Analyze production data and key performance indicators to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
• Communicate schedule changes and updates effectively to all relevant stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of planning and scheduling software tools and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

2 years experience in production

Planning software proficiency

Excel skills

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AS400 systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Lapham-Hickey Steel is seeking a Planner/Scheduler to develop and maintain production schedules that align with customer demand and inventory levels. You will collaborate with procurement, production, and logistics to anticipate bottlenecks and ensure on-time delivery.

Using ERP and planning software, you will analyze data, adjust plans for downtime or demand changes, and support continuous improvement initiatives to sustain efficiency and quality across operations.