The role independently evaluates customer demand, inventory, material availability, labor, equipment, lead times, capacity, cost, and delivery risk; compares alternative courses of action; and establishes or recommends production plans that materially affect customer commitments, inventory levels, resource allocation, and plant performance. Working under general direction, the Planner / Scheduler exercises discretion and independent judgment in setting and revising priorities, resolving competing demands, and addressing significant scheduling and capacity issues.