Job Description

 NOW HIRING: Production Planner / Scheduler

Monday – Friday | 8:00AM–4:30PM | On-site in Douglassville, PA

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 | 8:00AM–4:30PM | Full-time hours on-site
Job Classification: Exempt
Compensation: Competitive starting salary based on experience, skills, education, and market data

Why Join American Crane? (Check us out on YouTube here)

• 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 70–80% 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 25–40 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

How to Apply:

• Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com)

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The company maintains and observes employment policies that do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, age, ancestry and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. This applies to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, overtime, job classifications, work assignments, promotions, demotions, layoffs, terminations, transfers, and all other conditions of employment.

This position requires:

• Valid proof of identity and authorization to work in the U.S. (Form I-9)
• Eligibility to access information or technology governed by U.S. export control laws, including 10 C.F.R. Part 810. If government authorization is required for access to controlled technology, employment or start date may be delayed or withdrawn in accordance with applicable law
• Certain positions and projects may require the ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear facilities in compliance with NRC regulations (10 C.F.R. Parts 26 & 73)

The pay for this position is dependent on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts to our benefits-eligible employees. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid time off, paid holidays, and disability coverage. Some benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

NOTE: American Crane & Equipment Corporation is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at American Crane & Equipment Corporation without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by American Crane & Equipment Corporation as a result of the referral or through other means.