Plant Production Scheduler | Romeoville, IL

My client is seeking a Plant Scheduler to lead production planning, capacity management, and order scheduling within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position plays a key role in ensuring on-time customer deliveries while optimizing production efficiency, reducing downtime, and supporting seamless operational performance.

Client Details

My client is a nationally recognized manufacturer of premium packaging solutions, partnering with some of the world's most respected brands across multiple industries. Their customer portfolio includes leading companies in food and beverage, personal care, and consumer products. With significant investments being made into their operations, the organization is experiencing rapid growth and expansion, making this an exciting time to join the team.

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

Profile

• 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

Job 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

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