Strategic Production Planner | Schedule & Optimization

Plexus Corp.; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,600 - 105,800; Full time

Job summary

Plexus Corp. is seeking a production scheduler to optimize the master production schedule across the factory. You will align capacity loading with customer commitments, monitor inventories, and resolve scheduling challenges to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of related experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Travel up to 40% may be needed. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of related experience preferred.
• Equivalent education/experience considered.
• Strong written and oral communication, organization, and troubleshooting skills.
• Proactive ownership for Focus Factory responsibilities.
• Commitment to safety and confidentiality of company and customer information.
• Willingness to travel up to 40%.

Responsibilities

• Understand capacity loading requirements for the factory.
• Establish and review production schedule to meet customer commitments.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Resolve challenges via standard policies and general guidance.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Proactive ownership

Teamwork

Google Workspace

Microsoft Excel

MRP/ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2+ years experience

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Plexus Data Collection

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Plexus Corp. is seeking a production scheduler to optimize the master production schedule across the factory. You will align capacity loading with customer commitments, monitor inventories, and resolve scheduling challenges to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of related experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Travel up to 40% may be needed. Equal opportunity employer.