Manufacturing Planner: Optimize Schedules for On-Time Delivery

Jobot; Saugus (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Benefits

Room for Growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Manufacturing Planner/Scheduler for a stable, family-owned precision manufacturing client in Massachusetts. You will develop and maintain production schedules, coordinate with production, purchasing, and sales, and drive on-time delivery in a high-mix environment.

Ideal candidates have ERP/MRP experience, advanced Excel skills, and strong communication. The role offers room for growth, great benefits, and a collaborative team in a modern manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing planning or production scheduling.
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• Experience in a high-mix, low-volume environment (CNC machining, metal fabrication).
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• Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
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• Advanced Excel skills.
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• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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• Strong cross-functional communication across teams.
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• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced setting.
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Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules to support on-time delivery.
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• Monitor capacity and resource utilization to maximize efficiency.
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• Coordinate daily with manufacturing leadership to align schedules with priorities.
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• Review orders and adjust production plans based on demand and delivery requirements.
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• Create and release manufacturing travelers through the ERP system.
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• Generate material pull requests and coordinate with purchasing for material availability.
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• Monitor WIP and finished goods inventory to support planning.
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• Communicate schedule changes and risks to internal teams.
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• Work with sales to maintain accurate customer lead times.
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• Maintain planning data and scheduling records.
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• Identify bottlenecks and suggest process improvements to boost throughput.
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Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

APICS CPIM or CSCP certification

PMP certification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Manufacturing Planner/Scheduler for a stable, family-owned precision manufacturing client in Massachusetts. You will develop and maintain production schedules, coordinate with production, purchasing, and sales, and drive on-time delivery in a high-mix environment.

Ideal candidates have ERP/MRP experience, advanced Excel skills, and strong communication. The role offers room for growth, great benefits, and a collaborative team in a modern manufacturing setting.