Capacity & Production Planner / Scheduler

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At LiquidStack, we're redefining what's possible in the data center world. As a global leader in advanced liquid cooling solutions, we're powering the future of AI, edge computing, and high-performance systems. Our team is growing, and we're looking for skilled professionals who want to be part of something innovative and impactful.

Position Summary

LiquidStack is scaling rapidly to support mission-critical AI and high-performance computing environments. The Capacity & Production Planning Lead plays a pivotal role in ensuring demand, materials, and manufacturing capacity are aligned to meet customer commitments while optimizing working capital and operational efficiency.

This role owns the short- and mid-range production planning horizon and partners closely with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Finance to drive schedule integrity, capacity modeling, and execution discipline. The Planning Lead will influence S&OP inputs, identify revenue and delivery risks, and provide scenario-based capacity analysis to support business growth.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in high-mix manufacturing environments, strong ERP/MRP fluency, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable operational decisions that protect revenue, improve service levels, and enable scalable growth.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Production Planning Ownership

• Own and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across multiple product lines
• Translate demand forecasts and customer orders into executable production plans
• Drive schedule adherence and on-time-in-full (OTIF) performance
• Lead weekly production planning and cross-functional review meetings
• Escalate delivery risks with mitigation strategies

Capacity Modeling & Strategic Planning

• Develop and maintain labor, equipment, and line capacity models
• Conduct scenario analysis to support growth projections and product mix shifts
• Identify constraints and bottlenecks; lead mitigation planning
• Provide data-driven inputs into S&OP and business planning cadence
• Assess revenue exposure and delivery risk across the production horizon

ERP / MRP & Systems Excellence

• Own ERP/MRP planning parameters including lead times, lot sizing, and safety stock
• Drive MRP accuracy to reduce shortages and excess inventory
• Partner with IT and Operations to optimize planning workflows and system functionality
• Utilize advanced Excel modeling (pivot analysis, capacity simulations, demand modeling)
• Leverage BI tools (Power BI/Tableau or equivalent) to enhance planning visibility

Data, Metrics, and Continuous Improvement

• Track and report key planning and production metrics, including schedule adherence, on-time delivery, throughput, and capacity utilization
• Maintain accurate planning data, documentation, and reports to support ISO compliance and audit readiness
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including planning workflows, ERP optimization, and system enhancements as the organization scales

LiquidStack Behaviors
• Flexible – Adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Collaborative – Work cross-functionally to align plans and drive results
• Driven – Take ownership of schedules, data accuracy, and outcomes
• Agile – Thrive in a fast-scaling, evolving organization
• Customer-Centric – Understand how planning decisions impact customer delivery and satisfaction
• Attentive – Analyze data carefully, communicate clearly, and act thoughtfully

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Required Experience

• 3+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
• Hands-on experience working in ERP/MRP systems
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable plans
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, reporting, and planning tools)
• Experience working cross-functionally in a manufacturing environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-mix, low-to-medium volume manufacturing environment
• Background in capacity planning, master scheduling, or inventory management
• Familiarity with ISO-regulated or quality-driven manufacturing environments
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma concepts)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime
• Consistent day-shift schedule
• Paid time off, holidays, and great benefits
• Be part of an industry-disrupting company with room to grow
• Work on innovative technologies in a collaborative, supportive environment