Production Planner at Aston Carter

Grafton, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Aug, 26

Salary

36.06

Posted On

09 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Scheduling, Manufacturing Planning, Supply Chain Management, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, ERP Systems, Inventory Management, Capacity Planning, Cross-functional Collaboration, Demand Forecasting, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Title: Production Planner Position Summary The Production Scheduler is responsible for creating and maintaining production schedules that support efficient manufacturing operations and on‑time delivery. This role partners with planning, production, purchasing, and logistics teams to balance demand, capacity, and material availability in a fast‑paced environment. Ideal for candidates with 1–3 years of scheduling, planning, or manufacturing experience looking to grow in operations. Key Responsibilities Create and maintain daily and weekly production schedules based on demand forecasts, capacity, and material availability. Coordinate with production, materials, procurement, and logistics teams to adjust schedules as needed to meet customer and business requirements. Monitor production progress and proactively identify constraints, delays, or capacity issues. Update schedules in ERP or planning systems to ensure accurate and timely data. Communicate schedule changes clearly to internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment across departments. Support inventory management by aligning production schedules with material availability and lead times. Analyze production data, work orders, and performance metrics to support continuous improvement efforts. Assist with planning for engineering changes, new product introductions, or demand fluctuations. Qualifications 1–3 years of experience in production scheduling, manufacturing planning, supply chain, or operations. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis. Experience working with ERP or production planning systems preferred. Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross‑functionally. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grafton, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $36.06/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Grafton,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026. About Aston Carter 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. 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. 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. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Responsibilities

The Production Planner is responsible for creating and maintaining daily and weekly production schedules to ensure efficient manufacturing and on-time delivery. This involves coordinating with procurement, logistics, and production teams to balance demand, capacity, and material availability.