Strategic Production Planner — ERP Scheduling & Materials Flow

Mixer Systems Inc.; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mixer Systems, Inc. in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, is seeking a Production Planner to manage work orders in ERP, coordinating with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing to maintain schedules and on-time delivery.

You will verify materials, BOMs, drawings, routings, and production requirements, release and monitor work orders, and adjust plans based on capacity and material availability. The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience in production planning, manufacturing scheduling, or a related function.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, BOMs, and routing.
• Basic understanding of ERP systems and inventory transactions.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple work orders and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming work orders for accuracy and production readiness.
• Verify materials, BOMs, drawings, routings, and production requirements before releasing work orders.
• Release, monitor, update, and close work orders in the ERP system.
• Develop and adjust production schedules based on customer needs, material availability, and capacity.
• Coordinate schedules with Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, and Project Coordination.
• Monitor work order progress and resolve delays or conflicts.
• Identify and resolve material shortages and inventory discrepancies.
• Communicate changes and requirements to affected departments.
• Maintain accurate ERP data related to work orders and production status.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in planning and workflow efficiency.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Materials management

Excel

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing / Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Visibility

Job description

Mixer Systems, Inc. in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, is seeking a Production Planner to manage work orders in ERP, coordinating with Engineering, Purchasing, and Manufacturing to maintain schedules and on-time delivery.

You will verify materials, BOMs, drawings, routings, and production requirements, release and monitor work orders, and adjust plans based on capacity and material availability. The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.