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Production Scheduler

Steris Corporation
$68,637.50 - $88,825.00.
paid time off, short term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Missouri, St. Louis
Jul 16, 2026
Position Summary The Master Planner II identifies and prioritizes production requirements to coordinate the flow of materials and parts to meet production schedules. This role establishes, maintains, and tracks weekly and monthly production schedule. Provide daily production records. Provide weekly and monthly production and inventory reports. These duties are performed with minimal supervision and considerable latitude. This role requires in-person work 5 days/week in St Louis, MO. This role isnot eligible for Visa Sponsorship or H1B Transfer. What You'll do as a Master Planner II Production Planning & Scheduling Develop, maintain, and execute daily and weekly production schedules aligned with sales demand and operational objectives Own and adjust production schedules to maintain production targets and respond to changing conditions Determine optimal sequencing of production runs across manufacturing and packaging lines Translate weekly production plans into optimized, executable schedules Inventory Management Monitor raw material and finished goods inventory to maintain appropriate stock levels Minimize excess inventory while preventing shortages and supporting cash flow objectives Investigate and resolve material shortages and inventory imbalances Maintain accurate inventory records (manual and system-based) Operational Coordination & Issue Resolution Collaborate with manufacturing, planning, and supervisors to address material, labor, or equipment constraints Adjust schedules to resolve bottlenecks caused by downtime, shortages, or disruptions Expedite materials and parts from vendors as needed Coordinate material availability, delivery schedules, and requisitions Reporting & Data Management Track and report production performance, schedule adherence, and productivity metrics Provide daily production records and weekly/monthly production and inventory reports Monitor and report scheduling accuracy and production attainment Analyze capacity and production data to support decision-making Cross-Functional Collaboration Act as liaison between Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Manufacturing Communicate production status, risks, and delivery updates to stakeholders Support continuous improvement initiatives within production and planning processes The Experience, Skills, and Abilities Needed Required Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related 1-2 years of experience OR High School Diploma/GED Plus 10 years of business experience of which 5 of those years are in manufacturing and supply chain Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Experience with production computer systems and processes Preferred Experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment Other Advanced attention to detail and accuracy Ability to analyze capacity and production data Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration Continuous improvement mindset Reporting: Prepare performance reports tracking production attainment, productivity, and schedule adherence for management. System Proficiency: Strong command of ERP/MRP (Enterprise Resource Planning / Material Requirements Planning) systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze plant capacity data and execute mathematical calculations for capacity planning. Organization & Time Management: High multitasking ability to juggle multiple high-priority orders and handle dynamic, fast-paced environments. Problem Solving: Ability to quickly make judgment calls on re-sequencing contracts and mitigating schedule interruptions. What STERIS Offers We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that support your health, well-being, and financial future. Here is just a brief overview of what we offer: Market Competitive Pay. Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 added Holidays. Excellent Healthcare, Dental and vision benefits. Long/Short Term Disability coverage. 401(k) with a company match. Maternity & Paternity Leave. Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance. Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs. Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career. STERIS does not accept unsolicited resumes/CV's from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. #LI-BB1 Pay range for this opportunity is $68,637.50 - $88,825.00. This position is eligible for bonus participation. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc. STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits:STERIS Benefits Open until position is filled. STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.