Strategic Production Scheduler & Inventory Optimizer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Mount Pleasant (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well-being

401(k) with match

Paid holidays & leave

Engagement events

Career development

Job summary

Oterra is seeking a Production Planner/Scheduler to own the 4–6 week PPDS horizon, optimize inventory turns, and ensure on-time production for customer requirements. You will coordinate with supply chain, operations, and cross-functional teams to maintain WIP and material availability.

The role requires SAP/ERP experience, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented mindset to drive continuous improvement and efficient production flow.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years Production Planning experience
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• APICs Certification Preferred

Responsibilities

• Own schedule for all assigned machines, processes and production activities to optimize equipment and maximize utilization.
• Ensure adequate Work In Process (WIP) to support finished goods production; maximize inventory turns.
• Communicate/coordinate information flow to the production floor and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain rolling 4-6 week schedule for PPDS horizon; manage capacity shortfalls.
• Monitor/action slow moving materials; release orders to production floor as needed.

Skills

SAP ERP

Excel

MS Office

Lean

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

APICs Certification Preferred

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Oterra is seeking a Production Planner/Scheduler to own the 4–6 week PPDS horizon, optimize inventory turns, and ensure on-time production for customer requirements. You will coordinate with supply chain, operations, and cross-functional teams to maintain WIP and material availability.

The role requires SAP/ERP experience, strong Excel skills, and a detail-oriented mindset to drive continuous improvement and efficient production flow.