Job Description

Production Scheduler
Newark, NJ
$80,000 – $110,000

Schedule: Full-Time | 7:30 – 4:30

Company Overview

• We’re a high-volume, fast-moving manufacturer and distributor serving both B2B and B2C clients. As we scale production and improve delivery speed, we're seeking a hands-on Production Scheduler to manage daily production flow, optimize order fulfillment, and proactively solve bottlenecks. This role is critical to our operational heartbeat.

Position Overview

• This is a tactical and analytical role focused on ensuring daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules are aligned with capacity and customer commitments. You’ll be responsible for scheduling all finishing work centers , overseeing pre-production workflows , and ensuring fulfillment meets internal and customer expectations . To succeed, you must have strong production planning skills , data fluency , and a proactive problem-solving mindset .

The Ideal Candidate

• You’re a sharp, high-capacity planner who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You love creating order from chaos. You bring a strong command of Excel or Power BI, understand manufacturing capacity, and can work cross-functionally to keep things moving. If you love rolling up your sleeves, staying 10 steps ahead, and helping operations hum—this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule daily production for all finishing work centers.
• Oversee pre-production drop-offs and unpacking processes.
• Track and prioritize incoming work orders based on capacity.
• Communicate with customer service regarding rush requests and delays.
• Build and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production plans.
• Adjust production schedules in real-time based on shifting needs.
• Collaborate closely with purchasing and production managers.
• Identify constraints and proactively find creative scheduling solutions.
• Analyze historical and current data to inform production decisions.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in production planning, purchasing, replenishment, or scheduling.
• Experience in manufacturing or logistics environments experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel; Power BI or ThoughtSpot.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Comfortable making decisions under time pressure.

Must-Haves

• Hands-on experience scheduling production workflows.
• Strong Excel/data capabilities (Power BI a plus).
• Clear communicator who thrives under pressure.
• Experience managing day-to-day operations and order fulfillment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with room for growth.
• Health benefits package.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Dynamic and collaborative team environment.

If you thrive on keeping production moving and love solving the day-to-day puzzles of operations, this is an exciting opportunity to take full ownership of a vital function. We’d love to hear from you.

Email Resume: Joel@maiplacement.com

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