Job Description

Now Hiring: Production Planner / Scheduler

Ready to take ownership of production schedules that drive complex, engineered-to-order manufacturing? American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Production Planner / Scheduler to support our Manufacturing team. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and continuously optimizing detailed production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of custom cranes, hoists, and engineered material handling equipment.

This position plays a critical role in aligning materials, manpower, machine capacity, and project timelines with customer commitments in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Production Planner / Scheduler

Department: Manufacturing

Location: 531 Old Swede Road Douglassville, PA 19518

Schedule: Monday Friday | 8:00AM4:30PM | Full-time hours on-site

Job Classification: Exempt

Compensation: Competitive starting salary based on experience, skills, education, and market data

Why Join American Crane?

Operational Impact Directly influence on-time delivery and production performance across crane manufacturing projects

Cross-Functional Visibility Collaborate with Engineering, Fabrication, Machining, Assembly, Purchasing, and Quality

Complex, Custom Work Support engineered-to-order, low-volume/high-mix manufacturing

Stable Industry Leader Join a well-established company known for quality, safety, and long-term growth

What You'll Do

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain master production schedules for crane manufacturing projects, including fabrication, machining, painting, and assembly operations
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date work center and job schedules
• Analyze job orders, timelines, and resource requirements to plan workflow and sequencing
• Reschedule jobs based on changes in material availability, engineering release dates, capacity constraints, or shifting priorities
• Develop and maintain a credible, forward-looking production schedule reflecting work center loading and material status

ERP & Data Management

• Utilize ERP and scheduling modules to manage sales orders, jobs, work orders, and inventory linkages
• Ensure data integrity across interconnected systems and cross-functional dependencies
• Assist in implementation and optimization of ERP tools for scheduling and material control
• Create dashboards and reports to support real-time production visibility
• Spend approximately 7080% of the workday engaged in ERP and scheduling systems

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Integrate engineering release dates with production start schedules
• Coordinate with Quality regarding schedule impacts from rework or inspection delays
• Collaborate with supervisors to confirm availability of labor, equipment, and materials
• Participate in cross-functional planning meetings and operational reviews

Risk Identification & Resolution

• Proactively identify schedule risks including material shortages, labor constraints, equipment downtime, or engineering delays
• Facilitate resolution discussions with stakeholders
• Monitor and adjust schedules to minimize disruption and maintain on-time performance

Performance Measurement & Reporting

• Track KPIs such as promise vs. actual start and finish dates
• Provide weekly schedule updates to Project Managers, Engineering, and Operations leadership
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to scheduling effectiveness and operational flow

What We're Looking For

Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered

Experience

• Experience in production planning and scheduling within an ERP environment required
• Experience in heavy equipment, crane manufacturing, engineered-to-order, or low-volume/high-mix production strongly preferred
• Experience interpreting blueprints, fabrication drawings, and project schedules
• Experience scheduling long-lead or custom-built equipment preferred

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong understanding of work center capacity planning and resource constraints
• Proficiency in ERP systems and scheduling software
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills
• Ability to balance structured planning discipline with adaptability to real-world production changes
• Aligned with ACECO's mission, values, and GRIT culture

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
• Ability to verify identity and employment authorization (Form I-9)
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws (including 10 C.F.R. Part 810, EAR, and/or ITAR), where applicable
• Willingness to undergo a background check in accordance with applicable laws
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment drug screen and randomized drug testing during employment
• Ability to meet the posted work schedule and required hours
• Ability to maintain reliable attendance and punctuality
• Willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Willingness to wear required PPE when in shop or manufacturing areas
• Willingness to complete required safety, compliance, and role-specific training
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to maintain professional conduct aligned with company values and expectations

Additional Requirements for the Position

• On-site presence required five days per week
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based ERP and scheduling work
• Ability to regularly stand and walk the production floor
• Ability to safely navigate shop floor, stairs, and platforms
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 2540 pounds as needed
• Ability to safely wear required PPE in shop environments

Work Environment

• Hybrid work environment combining professional office and manufacturing shop floor
• Regular presence in fabrication and production areas for coordination and progress verification
• Exposure to industrial conditions including noise, moving equipment, and active fabrication areas
• Required use of appropriate PPE when entering shop areas
• Compliance with all safety policies and procedures is mandatory

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary based on experience, skills, education, and market data
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available day one (no wait)
• Wellness plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off (unused PTO hours roll over each year)
• 401K retirement plan
• 10 paid company holidays
• Role-specific highlights:
• Direct ownership of master production schedules for engineered-to-order crane manufacturing
• High-visibility role supporting operations leadership and cross-functional execution

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