Strategic Production Planner & Scheduler

ADP, Inc.; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate the production schedule and align manufacturing processes with demand forecasts, inventory levels, and customer orders.

You will optimize the production flow, ensure resource availability, and collaborate across departments to meet targets while maintaining efficiency and quality. The role emphasizes planning, scheduling, and continuous improvement, with a focus on timely and cost-effective delivery of products.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning, manufacturing, or supply chain management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication to work with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of inventory management, production scheduling, and demand forecasting.
• Proficient with ERP systems and office productivity tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on demand, inventory, and capacity.
• Coordinate with purchasing, manufacturing, and logistics to ensure material availability.
• Monitor and adjust schedules to accommodate demand changes or delays.
• Analyze capacity and resource use to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Work with quality control to meet production standards and specifications.
• Track progress and update schedules to reflect changes or delays.
• Communicate with internal departments and suppliers to align schedules.
• Collaborate with supply chain to manage inventory and avoid stockouts.
• Troubleshoot production or scheduling issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Production scheduling

Cross-functional collaboration

Time-management

Communication skills

Data-driven decisions

Attention to detail

Independent and collaborative

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Production planning software

Job description

ADP, Inc. is seeking a Production Planner to coordinate the production schedule and align manufacturing processes with demand forecasts, inventory levels, and customer orders.

You will optimize the production flow, ensure resource availability, and collaborate across departments to meet targets while maintaining efficiency and quality. The role emphasizes planning, scheduling, and continuous improvement, with a focus on timely and cost-effective delivery of products.