Senior Production Planner Scheduler

Company Description:

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Senior Production Planner Scheduler

Job Duties

• Lead planning and inventory control activities by coordinating efforts, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring timely material supply to support production and customer orders.
• Oversee workflow scheduling by analyzing reports, adjusting production plans, and collaborating with supervisors to resolve capacity and scheduling issues.
• Perform capacity planning by running machine load reports, reviewing capacities with production teams, and recommending subcontracting when necessary.
• Manage shortage issues by monitoring overdue parts, investigating root causes, and working with purchasing and production teams to ensure timely material delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and project management initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, promoting lean principles, and implementing standard work practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience

• Associate degree (Business Administration or Supply Chain Management)

• Non-degree considered if 6+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED

• Occasional travel and overnight stays (0-5%)

Preferred Qualifications

• Eight to ten years of extensive planning or related experience.
• APICS certification.
• Have a strong understanding of Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) and be familiar with and able to manage in a modern Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment using software systems, such as SAP.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with emphasis in Microsoft Excel.
• Good oral and written communications skills.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities