Production Scheduler

Dormakaba USA, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vacation & PTO

Parental Leave

401k Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Learn and Grow Program

LinkedIn Learning access

Employee Assistance Programs

Corporate Discounts

Job summary

dormakaba is seeking a Production Scheduler based in Indianapolis, IN. The Production Scheduler will develop and execute short-term production schedules aligned with customer orders, supply, and manufacturing capabilities, collaborating with Production, Procurement, Customer Service, and the Supply Planning team to ensure clear communication and high schedule attainment.

Base salary range is $60,000–$85,000, with compensation determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).
• Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage detailed daily and weekly production schedules in alignment with customer demand and supply plans.
• Lead weekly scheduling review meetings with cross-functional teams (Production, Procurement, Customer Service).
• Prioritize and sequence production orders for maximum efficiency and minimal changeovers.
• Monitor and resolve MRP exception messages, escalating unresolved issues to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate scheduling-related master data and communicate order status updates across departments.

Skills

SAP

ERP/MRP knowledge

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in supply chain/operations

Tools

SAP

Job description

Position Overview

dormakaba is seeking a Production Scheduler based in Indianapolis, IN. The Production Scheduler is responsible for developing and executing short-term production schedules that align with customer orders, available supply, and manufacturing capabilities. The Production Scheduler will work closely with Production, Procurement, Customer Service, and the Supply Planning team to ensure clear communication and high schedule attainment. This role is critical to driving efficiency, reducing MRP exceptions, and maintaining a smooth product flow through the plant.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: Base Salary $60,000 - $85,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.

What you will do

• Create and manage detailed daily and weekly production schedules in alignment with customer demand and supply plans
• Lead weekly scheduling review meetings with cross-functional teams (Production, Procurement, Customer Service)
• Prioritize and sequence production orders for maximum efficiency and minimal changeovers
• Monitor and resolve MRP exception messages, escalating unresolved issues to stakeholders
• Maintain accurate scheduling-related master data and communicate order status updates across departments

What we require

• 3+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or manufacturing operations
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred)
• Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

What we prefer

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations, or a related field
• Familiarity with push/pull/flow replenishment models
• APICS CPIM certification or similar credential
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience

What we offer

• Taking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options. No waiting periods!
• Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!
• Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One
• Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program
• 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Legal Insurance
• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!

Who we are

We are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access management - as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools, banks, airports, hospitals, hotels, and many more, we enable seamless movement within secure, safe, and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation, we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba, you are encouraged to take initiative, develop your skills, and build your career alongside 16,000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.

Work in a place where you matter - apply now!