Production Planning & Scheduling Specialist

Douglas Electrical Components, Inc.; Randolph Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas Electrical Components, Inc. is seeking a Planning and Scheduling Associate to coordinate and maintain production schedules, ensuring efficient flow from raw materials through production to shipment for on-time delivery.

You will monitor WIP, prioritize changes, and collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and production to analyze demand, capacity, and material availability and continuously improve scheduling accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations, business, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in production planning or scheduling.
• Experience with ERP systems and production scheduling tools preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain production schedules for efficient workflow.
• Track progress from raw materials to shipment.
• Prioritize schedules based on expedites and production needs.
• Coordinate with supervisors to resolve delays.
• Act as liaison between engineering, supply chain, sales, and production.
• Monitor work-in-process and ensure smooth flow.
• Communicate schedule updates and risks to stakeholders.
• Maintain scheduling data in ERP and reporting systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow and production efficiency.

Skills

Org & planning

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

ERP experience

MS Office

Cross-functional comms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/operations/business

Tools

ERP systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Douglas Electrical Components, Inc. is seeking a Planning and Scheduling Associate to coordinate and maintain production schedules, ensuring efficient flow from raw materials through production to shipment for on-time delivery.

You will monitor WIP, prioritize changes, and collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and production to analyze demand, capacity, and material availability and continuously improve scheduling accuracy.