Thorlabs
Production Planner I ( Machine Shop )
$57K–$71K
Newton, New Jersey · Full-time · Posted Aug 18, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of production planning or scheduling experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent shop scheduling experience
About the job
Plans and coordinates machine shop production schedules, materials, and resources to meet delivery deadlines and improve productivity.
What you'll do
- Develop and adjust production schedules based on capacity, workload, demand, delays, and material availability.
- Monitor inventory and coordinate timely material procurement to prevent production interruptions.
- Coordinate with other departments, resolve production issues, and maintain accurate scheduling and inventory records.
What they ask for
- Proficiency in production scheduling software and ERP systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Experience setting up bills of materials and manufacturing routes.
Nice to have
- Production planning or scheduling experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
Pay
$57,000-$71,000 USD base salary
Tools
production scheduling software, ERP systems
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