Senior Production Planner Scheduler

Crown Equipment Corporation; New Bremen (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation, a leading maker of forklifts and material handling solutions, seeks a Senior Production Planner Scheduler to align material supply with production needs. The role emphasizes inventory control, capacity planning, and cross-functional collaboration to meet customer orders.

The position requires experience in ERP/MRP environments, strong Excel skills, and a proven ability to drive lean improvements and standard work across manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience.
• Associate degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management required.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Non-degree considered if 6+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and inventory control activities, coordinating efforts and ensuring timely material supply to support production and customer orders.
• Oversee workflow scheduling by analyzing reports, adjusting production plans, and collaborating with supervisors to resolve capacity issues.
• Perform capacity planning by running machine load reports and reviewing capacities with production teams; recommend subcontracting when necessary.
• Manage shortage issues by monitoring overdue parts and ensuring timely material delivery with purchasing and production teams.
• Drive continuous improvement and project management initiatives by leading cross-functional projects and promoting lean principles.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Lean principles

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

APICS certification

High school diploma or GED with 6+ years related experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Job description

Company Description

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Location: New Bremen, OH, US, 45869

Senior Production Planner Scheduler

Job Duties

• Lead planning and inventory control activities by coordinating efforts, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring timely material supply to support production and customer orders.
• Oversee workflow scheduling by analyzing reports, adjusting production plans, and collaborating with supervisors to resolve capacity and scheduling issues.
• Perform capacity planning by running machine load reports, reviewing capacities with production teams, and recommending subcontracting when necessary.
• Manage shortage issues by monitoring overdue parts, investigating root causes, and working with purchasing and production teams to ensure timely material delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and project management initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, promoting lean principles, and implementing standard work practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience
• Associate degree (Business Administration or Supply Chain Management)
• Non-degree considered if 6+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED
• Occasional travel and overnight stays (0-5%)

Preferred Qualifications

• Eight to ten years of extensive planning or related experience.
• APICS certification.
• Have a strong understanding of Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) and be familiar with and able to manage in a modern Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment using software systems, such as SAP.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with emphasis in Microsoft Excel.
• Good oral and written communications skills.

Work Authorization

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation And Benefits

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities

Nearest Major Market

Lima

Nearest Secondary Market

Findlay

Job Segment

ERP, Machinist, Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain, Project Manager, Technology, Manufacturing, Operations