Production Planner

Pegasus Steel LLC; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Keel is seeking an entry-level Scheduler to support the development and maintenance of production schedules and project timelines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn planning and scheduling processes while coordinating with engineering and operations teams.

You will assist in developing schedules, monitor progress, and provide status updates using Excel and Microsoft Project.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years in scheduling, planning, manufacturing support, or data analysis.
• Basic to intermediate Excel proficiency.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.
• ERP system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating production schedules and project timelines.
• Coordinate planning activities with engineering, operations, and other departments.
• Monitor progress and elevate scheduling conflicts as needed.
• Gather, analyze, and maintain planning data and reports.
• Maintain documentation of schedules, timelines, and planning updates.
• Provide routine status updates to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Excel

MS Project

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

Description

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.

Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.

We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Your Mission:

Support the development and maintenance of production schedules and project timelines in coordination with cross-functional teams. This entry-level role assists in ensuring efficient resource planning and timely project execution. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn planning and scheduling processes in a fast-paced environment.

Explore the Depth of the Role:

• Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating production schedules and project timelines.
• Coordinate planning activities with departments such as engineering and operations.
• Monitor project and production progress and elevate scheduling conflicts as needed.
• Gather, analyze, and maintain planning data and reports.
• Maintain accurate documentation of schedules, timelines, and planning updates.
• Provide routine status updates to internal stakeholders.
• Utilize planning tools such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project to support scheduling activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within planning processes.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Mission Readiness:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in scheduling, planning, manufacturing support, or data analysis.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to analyze and manipulate data for planning purposes.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• ERP system experience preferred.
• AutoCAD, Visio, or Microsoft Project experience preferred.