What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Planner position at Aston Carter?
Position Summary
The Master Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining the production and material plans that align with customer demand, inventory targets, and operational capacity. This role ensures optimal resource utilization, timely delivery of products, and supports strategic business objectives through effective planning and coordination.
Key Responsibilities
This is a Permanent position based out of Pewaukee, WI.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $100000.00/yr.
Employee Benefits Overview
We offer comprehensive health insurance and benefits packages to employees in recognition of the value they bring to the company. These consist of a variety of benefits including; medical, dental care, vision, Vogel wellness, life insurance, PTO, holiday pay, and more.
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Vogel Wellness
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Life Insurance
Basic Term - 100% provided by the company, benefit is equal to annual earnings.
Voluntary Term - Group term life options are available to employee, spouse and children at low rates.
PTO Pay
Paid Time Off is awarded each pay period based on years of service and hours paid per week as follows:
Earning from hire: 10 PTO days annual award level (plus receive a one-time injection of 24 PTO hours after only 60 days).
After second anniversary: 15 PTO days annual award level.
After eighth anniversary: 20 PTO days annual award level.
After eighteenth anniversary: 25 PTO days annual award level.
Holiday Pay
We observe the following eight holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day (observed the day after Thanksgiving), Thanksgiving, Christmas, and your Birthday (a special day off for you).
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Pewaukee,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2025.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
The Master Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining the production and material plans that align with customer demand, inventory targets, and operational capacity. This role ensures optimal resource utilization, timely delivery of products, and supports strategic business objectives through effective planning and coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Demand & Supply Planning:
- Analyze sales forecasts, customer orders, and historical data to create accurate production plans.
- Balance supply and demand to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
- Production Scheduling:
- Develop master production schedules that optimize manufacturing efficiency and meet delivery commitments.
- Coordinate with operations, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure material availability and capacity alignment.
- Inventory Management:
- Monitor inventory levels and adjust plans to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Implement strategies to reduce obsolete and excess inventory.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with procurement, manufacturing, and sales teams to resolve planning conflicts.
- Communicate schedule changes and priorities to stakeholders promptly.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, tools, and systems.
- Support implementation of best practices in supply chain planning.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field.
- Experience:3–5 years in production planning, supply chain, or related roles.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
- Skills:Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in Excel and planning software.
This is a Permanent position based out of Pewaukee, WI.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $100000.00/yr.
Employee Benefits Overview
We offer comprehensive health insurance and benefits packages to employees in recognition of the value they bring to the company. These consist of a variety of benefits including; medical, dental care, vision, Vogel wellness, life insurance, PTO, holiday pay, and more.
Health Care Plan (PPO) - Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield is the leading health insurance company in Iowa. Our high deductible health care plan has many preventive care services.
Dental Insurance - Delta Dental
Delta Dental is the largest dental plan system in the United States. Our employee plan includes preventive care services that cover cleanings, exams, x-rays, fluoride, and sealants.
Vision Insurance - VSP
VSP Vision Care has about 80 million customers worldwide and is the largest vision insurance company in the United States. This plan assists with glasses or contacts.
Vogel Wellness
Vogel Wellness is a program that encourages each other to achieve healthy lifestyle choices and whole wellness; mind, body, and spirit. Employees and spouses are eligible to participate in opportunities for cash incentive and rewards with logged aerobic exercise hours.
Life Insurance
Basic Term - 100% provided by the company, benefit is equal to annual earnings.
Voluntary Term - Group term life options are available to employee, spouse and children at low rates.
PTO Pay
Paid Time Off is awarded each pay period based on years of service and hours paid per week as follows:
Earning from hire: 10 PTO days annual award level (plus receive a one-time injection of 24 PTO hours after only 60 days).
After second anniversary: 15 PTO days annual award level.
After eighth anniversary: 20 PTO days annual award level.
After eighteenth anniversary: 25 PTO days annual award level.
Holiday Pay
We observe the following eight holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day (observed the day after Thanksgiving), Thanksgiving, Christmas, and your Birthday (a special day off for you).
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Pewaukee,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2025.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $75,000 - $100,000
