Parker Hannifin is a global leader in motion and control technologies, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide range of industries. With a presence in over 50 countries, we are dedicated to creating a more sustainable future through our innovative products and services. Our strong company culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, innovation and delivering excellence to our customers.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Production Scheduler to join our team in Castle Hill, NSW. This position is suited to someone with experience in a manufacturing, production planning or scheduling environment who can translate production plans into practical workshop schedules that support on-time delivery, efficient workflow and strong customer service.

In this role, you will:

Develop and maintain daily, weekly and monthly workshop schedules aligned to the production plan and business priorities
Review, prioritise and allocate work orders based on due dates, urgency, fitter capability, workload, material availability and operational requirements
Support on-time delivery by managing workflow, monitoring work-in-progress and helping minimise late backlog
Coordinate priorities and job status updates with production teams, customer service, claims and other internal stakeholders
Issue work orders for picking, schedule warranty work and ensure completed jobs are closed accurately and on time in the system
Identify and escalate risks affecting schedule performance, labour capacity, materials, quality or customer commitments
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across scheduling, workflow, communication and work order processes
Ensure all activities are carried out in line with Parker safety standards, quality requirements and relevant compliance obligations

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Strong organisational, prioritisation and coordination skills
Ability to make sound job allocation decisions using priority, due date, capability, workload and material availability
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication skills across planning, production, customer service and support teams
Competence in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel
Ability to identify issues, contribute to solutions and escalate when required
Understanding of production scheduling and workshop operations

Qualifications and Desirable Experience

The following will be highly regarded:

A post-secondary qualification in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, logistics, business or a related field
Exposure to Lean manufacturing
Experience with ERP/MRP systems
Knowledge of production control processes
Understanding of production scheduling and workshop operations
Understanding of work order processes, status control and job close-out requirements
Ability to convert production plans into effective day-to-day scheduling actions

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop
A high degree of initiative and a strong work ethic
The ability to work effectively in a team and build positive working relationships
A friendly, positive and approachable manner
Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability
Commitment to supporting safe, efficient and high-quality workshop operations

Why Work for Parker?

Professional development training to enhance skills for career progression
Free onsite parking
Paid Volunteering Leave
Flexible Work Practices
Bonus Scheme
17.5% Annual leave loading
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their immediate family

At Parker we strive to set a positive example for the companies around us.

Parker's core values are:

Winning Culture – We insist on integrity, honesty, respect and ethical behavior.

Passionate People – We are empowered; every idea counts and every role has a voice.

Valued Customers – We aim to delight our customers by partnering with them and responding to their needs.

Engaged Leadership – We lead by example, demonstrating our values in all circumstances and at all times.

Parker is committed to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive workplace that respects the unique perspectives of all team members. We believe our differences strengthen us. Every day, team members from a diverse range of personal and professional backgrounds leverage their creativity and unique skills to solve problems and improve processes.

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