PRODUCTION PLANNER / SCHEDULER

Bo/Gar Enterprises; Wyoming, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

100% company funded ESOP retirement

Job summary

Bo/Gar Enterprises in Wyoming, IL, is seeking a Production Planner/Scheduler to create and maintain manufacturing work orders and coordinate the production schedule in a machine-shop setting.

You will collaborate with the Shop Foreman, production and Quality departments to prioritize work, monitor demand, and ensure on-time customer deliveries. Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and strong scheduling skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in production scheduling or planning preferred.
• Machine shop or precision manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP software strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create, release, and maintain manufacturing work orders based on customer demand and production requirements.
• Work closely with the Shop Foreman to prioritize jobs and place work orders into the production schedule.
• Develop, maintain, and adjust daily, weekly, and longer-term production schedules through the company’s MRP system.
• Track work orders from release through completion and follow-up on jobs that may affect customer delivery dates.
• Coordinate with production and quality personnel to move work through the manufacturing process and complete demand.
• Monitor production progress and revise schedules when priorities change or when delays occur due to equipment downtime, material availability, capacity, quality concerns, or other production needs.
• Communicate production priorities, schedule changes, and due-date concerns to the appropriate supervisors and departments.
• Maintain accurate work-order, routing, quantity, due-date, and scheduling information within the MRP system.
• Review production demand, available capacity, and current workload to support an efficient flow of work throughout the shop.
• Identify potential scheduling conflicts, bottlenecks, or overdue work and communicate concerns promptly.
• Work with Quality to address inspection requirements, nonconforming material, and other quality-related issues that may affect production flow or completion dates.
• Assist with production status updates and reports as requested.
• Follow company safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Production planning

ERP/MRP experience

Scheduling

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Bo/Gar Enterprises prides itself on having a great company culture, and we invite you to see that for yourself.

Are looking for full \"company-paid\" benefits.

Are you looking for growth opportunities.

Are you looking to be an owner.

Then we would love to talk to you!

This position is located in Wyoming, Illinois. We work in a temperature-controlled environment, provide excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Paid Time Off, and a 100% company funded ESOP retirement plan.

The Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for creating and maintaining manufacturing work orders and coordinating the production schedule within a machine-shop environment. This position works closely with the Shop Foreman, production departments, and Quality Department to prioritize work, monitor demand, and help ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time. The position maintains current and accurate scheduling information in the company’s MRP system and adjusts priorities as production needs change.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Create, release, and maintain manufacturing work orders based on customer demand and production requirements.

Work closely with the Shop Foreman to prioritize jobs and place work orders into the production schedule.

Develop, maintain, and adjust daily, weekly, and longer-term production schedules through the company’s MRP system.

Track work orders from release through completion and follow-up on jobs that may affect customer delivery dates.

Coordinate with production and quality personnel to move work through the manufacturing process and complete demand.

Monitor production progress and revise schedules when priorities change or when delays occur due to equipment downtime, material availability, capacity, quality concerns, or other production needs.

Communicate production priorities, schedule changes, and due-date concerns to the appropriate supervisors and departments.

Maintain accurate work-order, routing, quantity, due-date, and scheduling information within the MRP system.

Review production demand, available capacity, and current workload to support an efficient flow of work throughout the shop.

Identify potential scheduling conflicts, bottlenecks, or overdue work and communicate concerns promptly.

Work with Quality to address inspection requirements, nonconforming material, and other quality-related issues that may affect production flow or completion dates.

Assist with production status updates and reports as requested.

Follow company safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Understanding of production planning, work orders, routings, and manufacturing workflow.

Experience using an ERP or MRP system to create work orders and maintain production schedules.

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple jobs with changing deadlines and production needs.

Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate system information.

Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors, production employees, Quality, and office personnel.

Ability to identify scheduling problems, gather the necessary information, and follow through until concerns are resolved.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.

Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with multiple departments.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Previous experience in production scheduling, production planning, manufacturing coordination, or a related role preferred.

Machine shop or precision-manufacturing experience preferred.

Previous experience working with ERP/MRP software strongly preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work is performed in both an office setting and an active manufacturing environment.

The position requires regular communication and movement between office and production areas.

Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods and use a computer, keyboard, and other standard office equipment.

Must be able to follow all required safety practices and wear appropriate personal protective equipment when entering production areas.

Why Work Here?

Growing business with so much potential!

Since 1984, Bo/Gar has specialized in providing prototypes, pilot builds, and production solutions. By delivering a superior product on-time that meets or exceeds the customer’s needs, Bo/Gar has been able to assist customers in manufacturing and assembling complex controls. We have an outstanding record of accomplishing this with our state of the art equipment; such as CNC Lathes, CNC Mills, Coordinated Measuring Machines and a Robotic Cell, to name a few. These help to enable us to provide our customers with world class manufacturing and assembly capabilities to fulfill their needs. For over 35 years, we have prided ourselves on our quality of work and realize that our reputation is one of our most valuable assets.