What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at Dover Precision Components?
Dover Precision Components is hiring a Production Planner for our Waukesha Bearings brand. Waukesha Bearings is a leading designer and manufacturer of hydrodynamic fluid film bearings, active magnetic bearing systems and seals for high-performing turbomachinery and rotating equipment in oil & gas, power generation, marine, military, and industrial markets. Our forward-thinking team is committed to leading the markets we serve through superior technology and operational excellence. This role is based at our manufacturing facility in Antigo. Wisconsin. Due to our government client, US Citizenship is required.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Production Planner is responsible for creating and managing the master production plan. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams—including manufacturing, purchasing, and customer service—to forecast demand, schedule production, and ensure timely order fulfillment. The Production Planner monitors order flow, adjusts production schedules, and ensures material availability to meet customer delivery requirements. Specific responsibilities include:
- Develop and manage the master production schedule based on customer orders, forecasts, and capacity constraints.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production schedules with material availability, lead times, and operational capacity.
- Monitor order progress through the shop floor and adjust schedules and routings as needed to meet delivery commitments.
- Communicate production schedule changes or delays to all relevant stakeholders.
- Analyze forecast data and manufacturing constraints to identify opportunities for production smoothing and efficiency gains.
- Release materials from stockroom or staging areas to support scheduled orders.
- Print, assemble, and distribute job packets to designated value streams.
- Close job orders daily for assigned value streams to maintain accurate system records.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to scheduling, materials flow, and production planning processes.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- 2 years’ experience in manufacturing and/or demand planning.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills for managing production plans and analyzing data.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Must have a sense of urgency and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Must be a U.S. citizen (due to ITAR/UNNPI regulations).
ALSO GREAT IF YOU BRING/ PREFERENCES
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field.
- Experience using Syteline ERP system.
- Mechanical aptitude to learn the technical aspects of Waukesha Bearing’s products.
- Previous experience in production planning within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work closely with buyers and supply chain partners to ensure material lead times align with production needs.
DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS
Dover Precision Components (DPC) is part of Dover Corporation’s (Parent Company) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.
WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS
Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative Customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered by Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.
BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.
We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are.
We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.
Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact hr@doverprecision.comfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.
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Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan