Production Scheduler & Materials Planner

A. O. Smith Corporation; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A. O. Smith Corporation is seeking a Raw Material Planning Assistant in Wisconsin to support lean manufacturing. You will help prepare production schedules, coordinate with sales, manufacturing and logistics, and resolve supplier issues to meet delivery commitments.

The role emphasizes material availability, schedule adherence, and inventory control within a dynamic production environment. Requires SAP experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; experience may substitute.
• Minimum 3 years related experience in planning or logistics.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office required.
• Ability to analyze situations and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing production schedules and work orders.
• Coordinate with sales, manufacturing, and logistics to resolve constraints.
• Work with purchasing to resolve supplier material availability and quality.
• Identify and communicate material supply issues affecting schedules.
• Maintain and adjust master production schedule for the facility.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Multitasking ability

Computer proficiency

Experience with SAP

MS Office

Internet browsers

Transportation management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Transportation management systems

Job description

A. O. Smith Corporation is seeking a Raw Material Planning Assistant in Wisconsin to support lean manufacturing. You will help prepare production schedules, coordinate with sales, manufacturing and logistics, and resolve supplier issues to meet delivery commitments.

The role emphasizes material availability, schedule adherence, and inventory control within a dynamic production environment. Requires SAP experience and strong communication skills.