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Plant Production Scheduler- Plainfield IL

Plainfield, Illinois Permanent USD80,000 - USD95,000 per year View Job Description
This is a new opportunity with a growing manufacturer to lead daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules. The ideal candidate will be able to evaluate machine capabilities, labor/material availability, and customer demands to determine the best course of action for the plant.
  • Growing organization with steady success
  • Great benefits with 20+ days of PTO

About Our Client

Our client is a leading, national manufacturer of high-quality packaging products, serving top global brands in a variety of industries. They are a highly-regarded vendor for well-known companies in food and beverage, personal care products, and other related consumer industries. They are investing back in their people and facilities and offer an exciting time to get on board - apply today!

Job Description

  • Build and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules
  • Balance machine capacity, labor availability, materials, and customer priorities
  • Coordinate production flow across printing, converting, and shipping operations
  • Adjust schedules to address machine downtime, material shortages, and rush orders
  • Partner with Customer Service, Sales, Purchasing, Production, and Shipping teams to meet delivery commitments
  • Analyze bottlenecks and recommend solutions to improve throughput and efficiency
  • Maintain ERP data, monitor KPIs, and support continuous improvement initiatives
  • Communicate production status, risks, and recovery plans to key stakeholders



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 3+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
  • Strong ERP/MRP system knowledge and advanced Excel skills
  • Experience balancing production demands in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Bachelor's degree preferred

What's on Offer

  • Base salary $80,000 - $95,000 depending on experience
  • 3 weeks PTO
  • 1 week sick time
  • 3 floating holidays
  • 401k with employer match
  • Health benefits thru BCBS
Contact
Ed Lieser
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7084660

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Plainfield
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ed Lieser
Job Reference
JN-082026-7084660
 

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