Production Planner / Scheduler – Precision Manufacturing
Abtech IncAbout ABTech ABTech is a leading manufacturer of ultra-precision motion systems and components serving the aerospace, semiconductor, optics, metrology, and machine tool industries. We partner with industry-leading OEMs to develop and manufacture highly engineered solutions for demanding applications where precision, quality, and reliability are essential. At ABTech, our commitment to Pride in Precision extends beyond the products we manufacture. We believe our people are the foundation of our success and have built a collaborative, team-oriented culture that encourages accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and professional growth. As we continue to expand our capabilities and support growing OEM programs, we are seeking an experienced Production Planner / Scheduler to help strengthen our manufacturing planning systems and support our continued growth. Position Summary The Production Planner / Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing ABTech's master production schedule to ensure efficient manufacturing operations and reliable customer delivery commitments. This position translates customer orders, forecasts, and manufacturing requirements into realistic, executable production plans while coordinating with Operations, Engineering, Production Control, and manufacturing personnel. The role requires an understanding of manufacturing processes, resource capacity, production sequencing, and ERP systems, along with the ability to anticipate constraints, communicate priorities, and support effective decision-making. The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a complex precision manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Production Planning & Scheduling Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the master production schedule based on customer orders, forecasts, production capacity, and delivery commitments. Coordinate manufacturing priorities and production sequencing across machining, grinding, assembly, testing, and final inspection. Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to reflect changing customer requirements, operational conditions, and resource availability. Support consistent, reliable on-time delivery through effective planning and communication. ERP Systems & Scheduling Accuracy Maintain accurate production schedules, planning dates, work-center loads, lead times, and manufacturing priorities within the ERP system. Collaborate with Production Control to maintain reliable production-order information and scheduling data. Identify opportunities to improve ERP data integrity, scheduling processes, and manufacturing visibility. Capacity Planning & Resource Optimization Evaluate manufacturing workloads against available labor, equipment, and production capacity. Identify potential bottlenecks, resource constraints, and scheduling conflicts before they affect customer commitments. Develop forward-looking capacity analyses to support staffing, equipment, and manufacturing resource planning. Evaluate alternative production scenarios and recommend practical scheduling solutions. Cross-Functional Coordination Work closely with Engineering, Production Control, and manufacturing personnel to ensure jobs are prepared for scheduled production. Identify potential issues involving material availability, tooling, technical documentation, equipment readiness, and manufacturing processes. Communicate production priorities, schedule changes, and potential delivery risks clearly and effectively. Participate in production meetings and support timely resolution of manufacturing challenges. Continuous Improvement & Performance Monitor schedule attainment, production delays, and planning performance. Identify and implement improvements that increase scheduling accuracy, production flow, and operational efficiency. Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen ABTech's manufacturing syste…