Production Planner — Hybrid Manufacturing Scheduler (SAP)

Veeco; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid time off

FSA

Commuter Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Identity Theft Protection

Emergency Travel Assistance

Job summary

Veeco is seeking an execution‑driven Production Planner – Manufacturing for our Somerset, NJ facility. You will own short‑term schedules, manage work orders in SAP, and ensure timely production execution while collaborating with Manufacturing Supervisors and Supply Chain partners.

This hybrid role requires 5+ years in manufacturing planning, strong SAP/MRP skills, and a hands‑on scheduling mindset to drive on‑time delivery and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent in Manufacturing/Operations.
• 5+ years in Manufacturing Planning, Scheduling or Production Control.

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

Problem solving

Communication

Detail oriented

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Operations

Tools

SAP

MRP

Excel

Job description

Veeco is seeking an execution‑driven Production Planner – Manufacturing for our Somerset, NJ facility. You will own short‑term schedules, manage work orders in SAP, and ensure timely production execution while collaborating with Manufacturing Supervisors and Supply Chain partners.

This hybrid role requires 5+ years in manufacturing planning, strong SAP/MRP skills, and a hands‑on scheduling mindset to drive on‑time delivery and continuous improvement.