Production Scheduler / Senior Production Scheduler

About the Company
Our client is an engineering-led manufacturer of mission-critical commercial and industrial equipment, with facilities across North America. Its vertically integrated engineering and manufacturing model combines fast design turnaround with precision fabrication, so customers can move quickly on complex projects where reliability, timelines, and quality all matter.

The team gets energized by tough problems, and you’ll see your work move from concept to delivery in weeks, not years. Even with that pace, the culture puts people first. Everyone operates as one team, wins together, and builds lasting working relationships.

Role Summary
We’re seeking a Production Scheduler (or Senior Production Scheduler, depending on experience) to build and maintain production schedules that keep customer delivery commitments on track while making the best use of labor, equipment, and materials. Reporting to the Planning Manager, you’ll partner closely with Production, Materials, Engineering, Procurement, Customer Service, and Operations to balance capacity, manage priorities, and keep work flowing efficiently through the plant.

Candidates with a track record of leading scheduling processes, coordinating across departments, and driving schedule optimization will be considered for the Senior level.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, material availability, production priorities, and capacity constraints
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to make sure schedules are achievable and aligned with business goals
• Monitor production performance and adjust schedules for shifting priorities, material shortages, labor constraints, equipment downtime, or changes in demand
• Maintain accurate scheduling and production data in ERP/MRP and planning systems
• Lead scheduling review meetings and communicate schedule changes, priorities, and risks to stakeholders promptly
• Track schedule adherence and key performance metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement (Senior: own and develop the KPIs)
• Support process improvement initiatives focused on production flow, lead-time reduction, and operational efficiency (Senior: lead these initiatives)
• Contribute capacity and scheduling insights to the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process and help shape the operations plan

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (preferred)
• 3–5 years of experience in production scheduling, master scheduling, production planning, or supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment
• Solid understanding of production planning, capacity planning, inventory management, forecasting, and manufacturing operations
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems in manufacturing
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency across Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Senior Production Scheduler Level

• 5–8+ years of experience in scheduling, planning, or supply chain operations
• Ability to schedule production, analyze data, and solve problems with minimal oversight
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in planning and process improvement efforts that improve schedule adherence and reduce changeover downtime

Nice-to-Haves

• CPIM, CSCP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar certification
• Experience with SIOP, S&OP, or IBP processes
• Experience with finite scheduling and advanced planning systems
• MBA or other advanced degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field

What Sets You Up for Success

• Strategic, analytical thinking paired with strong prioritization and decision-making
• Ability to balance short-term priorities with long-term business objectives
• Ability to influence and collaborate across functions
• A continuous improvement mindset
• Comfort managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented

Compensation & Benefits

• Production Scheduler: $80,000–$100,000 per year
• Senior Production Scheduler: $90,000–$115,000 per year
• A clear growth path from Scheduler to Senior level
• High-impact work where your scheduling decisions directly shape customer delivery