Production Planner/Scheduler

Waukesha, WI 53186
4/11/2024

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Position Description

We are looking for a dedicated person to join our family to as a Production Planner for our CNC/Machining area.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a company named a top workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel 11 years, be a part of a growing division, and work with dedicated team members!

Flexible 1st shift hours, great working culture – will consider motivated candidates without formal Production Planning work experience

Position will be responsible for:

  • Production/capacity planning in CNC Milling & Turning Areas (includes both low and high volume work)
  • Setting priorities for internal machining, and external subcontracting schedules
    • Schedule/manage vendor lead times for purchasing and subcontracting processes (including detailed review of specs)
    • Keeping a pulse on/understanding production progress across 3 shifts
    • Effectively collaborate with divisions at separate physical locations
  • Assist in determining and communicating daily shipping requirements/needs
  • Managing raw, work in progress, and finished good inventory as needed (may be both physical and system based)
  • Daily review of production/operator job cards for corrections
  • Take the lead on customer/vendor communication setting
  • Supporting department meet delivery & sales volume KPI’s
  • Support department material purchasing as needed
  • Other tasks as assigned/needed in order to keep the department work flowing, may include assisting with system level or other process improvements


Qualified Candidates will:

  • Be self-motivated, & a natural team player - willing to help hands on as needed to meet due dates (lifting up to 35lbs)
  • Willing to interface/communicate independently with shop floor leads and employees to get answers, solve problems
  • Have prior ERP system experience, or be proficient in using/learning software or systems, and comfortable in Excel.
  • Be comfortable working in an environment with shifting priorities
  • Have an interest in or passion for manufacturing
  • Have prior work experience that allowed exposure to a CNC Machining or Manufacturing (in a hands on or administrative capacity)
  • Some blueprint reading experience is a plus, but not required
  • General business education, or supply chain degree a plus, but not required

Every year here WMP we evaluate and work improve the benefits we can offer our people. We are proud here at WMP to keep our peoples’ interests at the forefront our minds and hope that we can continue to make a difference in the world by putting our people first and keeping business simple by honoring the "Golden Rule." Check out our benefits and core values:

  • Pride, Passion, & Purpose
  • High-trust Environment
  • Open book Management
  • Respect, & Servant Leadership
  • Flexible work hours for all positions
  • Multiple Medical Plan Options, Broad Network, & Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Generous HSA Match, or
  • Matching 401K/Retirement Plan
  • Company Paid Life Insurance & Supplemental Life Option
  • Semi-Annual & Monthly Bonus Programs
  • Generous vacation up to 5 weeks
  • Floating PTO
  • Paid Holidays, Funeral Leave PTO, Jury Duty PTO
  • $2/hour shift premium & paid lunch for 2nd & 3rd shift
  • Overtime available
  • Life Coach, Fitness Coach, Registered Dietician, Financial Coaching, Retirement Advisor
  • 24-hour Fitness Center
  • Entry Fee Reimbursement for athletic events/competitions
  • On the job and cross training opportunities
  • Virtual technical training resources
  • Continuous education cost reimbursement
  • Emphasis on professional and personal development
APPLY HERE today to join the family!

WISCONSIN METAL PARTS, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Wisconsin Metal Parts, LLC. that all personnel actions are conducted in a manner that provides equal opportunity to all employees and prospective employees. Every effort is taken to ensure that employees and prospective employees are treated fairly and their civil rights protected.

Type: Full-time