Production Planning Manager

STS Aviation Group; Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Aviation Group seeks a Production Planning Manager in Brookfield, Wisconsin. In this pivotal role, you will lead a dynamic scheduling team, drive ERP optimizations, and ensure operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in production planning, strong leadership ability, and ambition for senior roles.

Benefits

10 Paid Holidays

Service-Based PTO

Quarterly Gainsharing Program

Weekly Pay

Relocation Assistance

On-site Fitness Center

Climate-Controlled Work Environment

Uniforms & Safety Shoe Allowance Provided

Free Employee Coffee

Friendly, clean, and safe work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, production planning, or operations management.
• Background in high-precision job shop environments preferred.
• Ambition to grow into senior leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a multi-location scheduling team to ensure efficient operations.
• Drive ERP optimization and support cross-department collaboration.
• Lead quarterly forecasting and planning sessions with team.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Location: Brookfield, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Manufacturing | Precision Machining

STS Technical Services is hiring a Production Planning Manager in Brookfield, Wisconsin. This is your opportunity to join a fast-paced, employee-focused manufacturing company known for machining excellence and operational innovation. If you’re ready to lead, optimize, and grow, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

As the Production Planning Manager, you will oversee a multi-location scheduling team, drive ERP optimization, and support cross-department collaboration to ensure efficient operations and customer satisfaction. This leadership role is essential to long-term planning, operational performance, and the company’s strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the multi-location scheduling team across all facilities
• Oversee the scheduling process using Epicor ERP to align production with delivery timelines
• Serve as the primary contact for scheduling with internal departments and external customers
• Lead quarterly forecasting and planning sessions with sales, production, logistics, and purchasing teams
• Ensure proper allocation of resources including labor, materials, and machinery
• Integrate sales orders into a company-wide master schedule and manage updates as needed
• Communicate schedule changes and potential delays to stakeholders
• Coordinate with purchasing and subcontractors to ensure material availability and on-time delivery
• Monitor inventory, anticipate material needs, and initiate procurement
• Champion continuous improvement within the planning function
• Promote and maximize use of Epicor ERP system capabilities
• Support strategic initiatives and prepare for potential leadership advancement

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, production planning, or operations management in a manufacturing environment
• Background in high-precision job shop environments strongly preferred
• Strong leadership abilities with a proven track record of team development
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Deep familiarity with production planning systems; Epicor ERP highly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and drive continuous improvement
• Ambition to grow into senior leadership roles
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Service-Based PTO
• Quarterly Gainsharing Program (50% of profits shared with employees)
• Weekly Pay
• Relocation Assistance
• On-site Fitness Center & Medical Clinic
• Climate-Controlled Work Environment
• Uniforms & Safety Shoe Allowance Provided
• Free Employee Coffee
• Friendly, clean, and safe work environment

Join a team where leadership, impact, and innovation matter. Apply now to take the next step in your career.

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with some of the largest names across the aerospace, manufacturing, defense, and industrial industries. We offer contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire staffing solutions for skilled professionals across the United States. With a focus on building long-term relationships, we help talented individuals find career-defining roles in the industries that move our world forward.