Manufacturing Production Scheduling Analyst II

Inside the Role

The Manufacturing Production Scheduling Analyst II is responsible for coordinating truck order scheduling across multiple manufacturing plants. This role ensures alignment with production forecasts, plant constraints, and customer requirements, in collaboration with dealers, sales coordinators, and manufacturing teams.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $65,000 - $83,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience​

Benefits include 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

Scheduling & Production Coordination

• Coordinate corporate and plant-level truck order scheduling for Freightliner and Western Star brands, to deliver the master production plan for DTNA.

• Troubleshoot with ORO-IT team, to perform the truck plants sub-schedules ‘Feederlines’.

• Evaluate and assign optimal build dates and plant locations based on cost, build constraints, delivery timelines for customers, and material availability.

• Maintain and update scheduling software (IMS, ORO, TAKTIQ) with current production rates, model mixes, and operational constraints.

• Ensure alignment with new truck model ramp-ups, production forecasts and collaboration with other departments to ensure smooth schedules.

• Prepare and distribute scheduling analysis, daily production reports & volume/forecast target reports.

• Communicate with manufacturing plants and paint supplier regarding last-minute paint changes and ensure proper implementation.

• Act as primary contact for scheduling and paint-related inquiries and troubleshooting from Sales, Customer, Supplier Management, Truck plants and other departments.

• Assist in training team members on scheduling and paint analysis procedures.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, scheduling, or production planning.

• Proficiency with data analysis, automation and reporting visualization.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to multitask, manage ambiguity, and work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience with CorelDraw or similar design software.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Strong knowledge on Power BI or Tableau.

• 2–4 years of experience in Truck plant processes or supplier management.

• Experience with DTNA manufacturing systems and processes.

• Demonstrates strong focus, ownership, and accountability.

• Ability to lead tasks to completion and facilitate meetings effectively.

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Fort Mill, SC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check

• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions

• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.