Planner/Scheduler (Spector)

Veeco Instruments Inc.; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Holiday and vacation

Sick time

FSA

Commuter benefits

Life insurance

Accident insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Identity theft remediation

Emergency travel assistance

Job summary

Veeco Instruments Inc. seeks an execution driven Planner/Scheduler - Manufacturing to support Somerset, NJ production. You will own daily work orders, release and sequence tasks, and adjust short-term schedules based on real-time shop floor conditions.

The role emphasizes hands-on planning, schedule ownership, and swift decision-making to keep products on track across multiple build projects. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in manufacturing planning are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Operations, or related focus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Planning, Scheduling, or Production Control, preferably in a complex electromechanical equipment manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Own daily work order management, including release, prioritization, sequencing, and closure in SAP.
• Execute and adjust short-term production schedules based on real‑time shop floor conditions.
• Monitor open, in‑process, and late work orders; drive timely completion and recovery actions.
• Re‑prioritize and reschedule work orders to address material shortages, rework, and capacity constraints.
• Ensure accurate work order data in SAP (status, lead times, priorities, and completions).
• Coordinate with Manufacturing to align job priorities and resolve execution issues on the floor.
• Act on MRP exception messages to maintain flow and prevent delays in work orders.
• Support implementation of ECNs and MRB dispositions within active work orders.
• Communicate clear status updates and risks impacting work order completion and schedule adherence.

Skills

Production scheduling

MRP execution

SAP MRP

Shop floor coordination

Problem solving

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Operations or related field

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Excel (MS Office)

Job description

About Veeco

You probably don't realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It's a bold statement, but it's true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world's collective knowledge, to the cloud-based services where all that information lives, to high-speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us. We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting-edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world's leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world. We're looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team. Interested? Learn more at www.veeco.com/careers.

Overview

Veeco is seeking an execution driven Planner/Scheduler - Manufacturing to support manufacturing operations for existing products at our Somerset, NJ facility. This role plays a critical part in keeping production on track by owning short-term schedules and work order execution, responding to daily changes on the shop floor, and ensuring products are built and delivered on time. The position sits within Manufacturing Operations and works closely with Manufacturing Supervisors, Production Managers, and Supply Chain partners to manage priorities, resolve constraints, and recover at risk work orders. The role combines hands‑on production scheduling and shop‑floor production control, with a clear emphasis on decision-making, schedule ownership, and execution, rather than coordination alone. Success in this role comes from staying connected to the shop floor, acting quickly when issues arise, and driving results through disciplined planning and followthrough. This is a Manufacturing Operations role, not a Supply Chain or Procurement position, supporting multiple build projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Own daily work order management, including release, prioritization, sequencing, and closure in SAP.
• Execute and adjust short-term production schedules based on real‑time shop floor conditions.
• Monitor open, in‑process, and late work orders; drive timely completion and recovery actions.
• Re‑prioritize and reschedule work orders to address material shortages, rework, and capacity constraints.
• Ensure accurate work order data in SAP (status, lead times, priorities, and completions).
• Coordinate with Manufacturing to align job priorities and resolve execution issues on the floor.
• Act on MRP exception messages to maintain flow and prevent delays in work orders.
• Support implementation of ECNs and MRB dispositions within active work orders.
• Communicate clear status updates and risks impacting work order completion and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Operations, or related focus; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Planning, Scheduling, or Production Control, preferably in a complex electromechanical equipment manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience building and adjusting production schedules and owning work order execution.
• Strong understanding of MRP outputs as execution signals, not long‑range supply planning.
• Experience supporting low‑volume, long‑lead production strongly preferred.
• Hands‑on experience utilizing SAP MRP to support material planning, inventory management, production scheduling, and supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong production execution mindset with the ability to make frequent, time‑sensitive scheduling decisions.
• Comfortable working directly with Manufacturing Supervisors and Project Managers on the shop floor.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a bias toward action and schedule recovery.
• Detail‑oriented with strong ownership of work orders and commitments.
• Clear, concise communicator with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office tools.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, WIP control, and production flow preferred.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $77,126-$97,693, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job‑related factors when determining your pay.

Other benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Identity Theft Remediation
• Emergency Travel Assistance

Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Location: US - NJ - Somerset

Requisition ID: 20185

Nearest Major Market: New Jersey