Production Scheduler

Sterling Engineering; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Potential

Job summary

Sterling Engineering in Bartlett, IL is seeking a Production Scheduler to develop and optimize schedules across manufacturing and co-packing lines, coordinating with Purchasing, Warehouse, Quality, and Supply Chain to meet demand, materials, labor, and delivery requirements.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities; strong communication and MS Office skills, plus ERP experience with Syteline or IFS, or MRP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in production scheduling/planning in manufacturing.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Purchasing, Warehouse, Inventory, Quality, or Operations.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ERP experience (Syteline/IFS) a plus; MRP experience a plus.
• Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules across manufacturing and co-packing lines.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Warehouse, Production, and Supply Chain teams to meet timelines.
• Adjust production schedules in real time based on rush orders, downtime, and shortages.
• Monitor progress and communicate schedule updates, delays, risks, and impacts to stakeholders.
• Optimize line utilization, minimize downtime, and improve overall efficiency.
• Partner with Quality and Operations to meet product specs and requirements.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvements.
• Work with Demand Planning and Inventory teams to align schedules with demand.
• Maintain accurate scheduling information within ERP systems.
• Support a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapt to changing needs.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management.

Skills

Production scheduling

ERP / MRP experience

Attention to detail

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain / Production Management / Operations

Tools

Syteline

IFS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options:

Annual Bonus Potential

Must have Skill Set:

• Production Scheduling & Planning
• ERP / MRP Experience
• Strong Organization & Attention to Detail
• Cross-Functional Communication

Overview:

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Production Scheduler to develop and optimize production schedules across manufacturing and co-packing operations. This role will work closely with Production, Purchasing, Warehouse, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure production plans align with customer demand, available materials, labor, equipment capacity, inventory, and delivery requirements.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly.

Job Duties:

• Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules across manufacturing and co-packing lines.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Warehouse, Production, and Supply Chain teams to ensure materials and resources are available to meet production and customer timelines.
• Adjust production schedules in real time based on rush orders, equipment downtime, material shortages, supply disruptions, and changing priorities.
• Monitor production progress and communicate schedule updates, delays, risks, and potential impacts to key stakeholders.
• Optimize production line utilization, minimize downtime, and support improvements in overall operational efficiency.
• Partner with Quality and Operations teams to ensure production activities meet product specifications and applicable requirements.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, scheduling challenges, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Work with Demand Planning and Inventory teams to align production schedules with customer requirements and inventory levels.
• Maintain accurate scheduling information within ERP and related systems.
• Support a fast-paced, growing manufacturing environment and adapt quickly to changing business needs.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Production Management, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in production scheduling, production planning, supply chain, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Production, Purchasing, Warehouse, Inventory, Quality, or Operations teams.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and adapt quickly to changing production requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• ERP experience required; experience with Syteline or IFS is a plus.
• MRP experience is a plus.
• Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.