The Planet Group
Production Scheduler Job at The Planet Group in Pittsburgh
The Planet Group, Pittsburgh, PA, US, 15289
Job Description
Production Scheduler
Are you ready to make an impact in a growing manufacturing environment where your expertise in production scheduling and ERP (Epicor) will play a critical role in driving efficiency and accuracy? Our client, a global leader in engineered container refrigeration solutions serving commercial and government industries, is seeking a Production Scheduler to join their team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key role, become the subject matter expert on production processes, and directly support operational success as the company transitions from Epicor 10 to Kinetic. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be part of a company that values innovation and reliability, this role is for you.What You'll Do
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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
Production Scheduler
Are you ready to make an impact in a growing manufacturing environment where your expertise in production scheduling and ERP (Epicor) will play a critical role in driving efficiency and accuracy? Our client, a global leader in engineered container refrigeration solutions serving commercial and government industries, is seeking a Production Scheduler to join their team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key role, become the subject matter expert on production processes, and directly support operational success as the company transitions from Epicor 10 to Kinetic. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be part of a company that values innovation and reliability, this role is for you.What You'll Do
- Manage production scheduling within Epicor, ensuring alignment with MRP requirements, sales orders, and inventory needs.
- Create, launch, and close work orders with accuracy and timeliness.
- Maintain and update job start dates and resource groups as schedules evolve.
- Partner closely with production leadership to ensure schedules are realistic and achievable.
- Analyze job cost reports, monitor labor variances, and update BOMs and routings as needed.
- Support the processing of Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), ensuring updated BOMs, drawings, and stockroom instructions are distributed.
- Act as the ERP production process subject matter expert, assisting with troubleshooting, training, and workflow improvements.
- Prepare, maintain, and improve work instructions, ensuring processes are documented and followed.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and production flow.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production scheduling role.
- Hands-on experience with Epicor ERP (E10 required; Kinetic experience a plus).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for reporting and data analysis.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams.
- Experience supporting ERP transitions (E10 to Kinetic highly valuable).
- Knowledge of MRP, BOM management, and production workflows.
- Prior experience in engineering change processes.
- Be part of a globally recognized leader in transport refrigeration solutions with a reputation for excellence and reliability.
- Play a key role in ERP and production scheduling during an exciting technology transition.
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) with company match.
- A collaborative and innovative culture where your contributions will have a direct impact on production success.
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#TECH
The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it's from an official Planet domain (@theplanetgroup.com or @launchcg.com) - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs.
The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.