Position Summary

The Planner/Scheduler is responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining the production schedule to ensure efficient manufacturing operations. This role ensures materials, resources, and capacity are aligned with customer demand and internal production goals. The Planner/Scheduler works closely with production, purchasing, warehouse, engineering, and quality teams to ensure accurate planning and timely execution.

Key ResponsibilitiesCreate, maintain, and adjust the master production schedule based on customer orders, forecasts, material availability, and capacity constraints.Review ERP/MRP planning signals, coordinate required actions, and update schedules to support on‑time delivery.Monitor work orders throughout the production cycle, ensuring accurate start/end dates, labor reporting, and material consumption.Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure raw material and component availability aligns with production needs.Coordinate with Production Supervisors and leads to communicate daily/weekly priorities and address capacity or resource constraints.Analyze inventory levels, safety stock, and consumption rates to prevent shortages and minimize excess stock.Prepare and distribute scheduling reports, KPIs, and planning metrics to leadership.Adjust schedules proactively in response to equipment downtime, quality issues, or customer requirement changes.Participate in cross‑functional planning meetings and contribute to process‑improvement initiatives.Maintain accurate data in the ERP system, including lead times, lot sizes, planning parameters, and routings.Support continuous improvement efforts related to scheduling, workflow optimization, and inventory accuracy.Required Skills & Qualifications2+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or materials coordination (manufacturing preferred).Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Infor, or similar).Proficiency with Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis tools.Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.Detail‑oriented with exceptional organizational and time‑management skills.Ability to manage competing priorities and adjust plans quickly.Understanding of basic supply chain, inventory, and production‑flow principles.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $33.65/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 14, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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