Production Planner

Dover-Corporation; Town of Antigo (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Dover Precision Components in Antigo, Wisconsin, is hiring a Production Planner to develop and manage the master production schedule, coordinating with manufacturing, purchasing, and customer service to meet delivery commitments. The role requires 2+ years in planning, strong Excel skills, and attention to detail.

This position is based at our Antigo facility and requires US citizenship due to ITAR considerations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in manufacturing and/or demand planning.
• Proficiency with Excel for managing production plans and data analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with urgency and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the master production schedule from customer orders and forecasts.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, purchasing and customer service to align plans.
• Monitor order flow and adjust schedules to meet delivery commitments.
• Communicate schedule changes to stakeholders and optimize materials flow.
• Release materials from stock and close daily job orders for accuracy.

Skills

Production planning

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in supply chain

Tools

Syteline ERP

Job description

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ (‘the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESSDover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPCDover Precision Components is hiring a Production Planner for our Waukesha Bearings brand. Waukesha Bearings is a leading designer and manufacturer of hydrodynamic fluid film bearings, active magnetic bearing systems and seals for high-performing turbomachinery and rotating equipment in oil & gas, power generation, marine, military, and industrial markets. Our forward-thinking team is committed to leading the markets we serve through superior technology and operational excellence. This role is based at our manufacturing facility in Antigo. Wisconsin . Due to our government client, US Citizenship is required.WHAT YOU’LL DOThe Production Planner is responsible for creating and managing the master production plan. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams—including manufacturing, purchasing, and customer service—to forecast demand, schedule production, and ensure timely order fulfillment. The Production Planner monitors order flow, adjusts production schedules, and ensures material availability to meet customer delivery requirements. Specific responsibilities include:Develop and manage the master production schedule based on customer orders, forecasts, and capacity constraints.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production schedules with material availability, lead times, and operational capacity.Monitor order progress through the shop floor and adjust schedules and routings as needed to meet delivery commitments.Communicate production schedule changes or delays to all relevant stakeholders.Analyze forecast data and manufacturing constraints to identify opportunities for production smoothing and efficiency gains.Release materials from stockroom or staging areas to support scheduled orders.Print, assemble, and distribute job packets to designated value streams.Close job orders daily for assigned value streams to maintain accurate system records.Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to scheduling, materials flow, and production planning processes.WHAT YOU’LL BRING2+ years’ experience in manufacturing and/or demand planning.Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills for managing production plans and analyzing data.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Must have a sense of urgency and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.Must be a U.S. citizen (due to ITAR/UNNPI regulations).ALSO GREAT IF YOU BRING/ PREFERENCESAssociate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.Experience using Syteline ERP system.Mechanical aptitude to learn the technical aspects of Waukesha Bearing’s products.Previous experience in production planning within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Ability to work closely with buyers and supply chain partners to ensure material lead times align with production needs.This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Dover Corporation and our affiliated operating companies want to alert applicants to internet job posting fraud, where parties posing as Dover employees, recruiters, or other agents, try to engage with online candidates in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. We do not endorse or engage in any recruitment practices that involve payment or personal information outside of our official application and hiring process. Please verify the authenticity of an invitation to apply for a job, or for a job offer by contacting us directly through our Dover and affiliated operating company websites at https://careers.dovercorporation.com/ . To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice on our careers site.Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.