Join Our Team as a Configuration & Scheduling Specialist!
We’re looking for a detail‑driven, systems‑savvy problem solver to support our Pontoon segment. In this role, you’ll be the bridge between Engineering, Production, Sales, and Quality—keeping our configuration system sharp, our schedules accurate, and our operations moving.
You Will Make an Impact By:
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Translating Engineering/BOM data into clean, reliable configuration rules and option structures.
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Troubleshooting system issues and helping teams get answers fast.
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Enhancing the user experience of our ordering system based on Sales feedback.
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Building and maintaining a dynamic production schedule that adapts to supplier and production realities.
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Coordinating schedule updates across departments and ensuring all documentation stays current.
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Providing weekly insights into order volume and backlog.
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Managing capacity label printing for all segments and ensuring data accuracy.
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Supporting Customer Service with special label requests.
You’re a Great Fit If You Have:
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Experience with CPQ and Syteline 8/10 (or similar ERP platforms).
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Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data.
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A logic‑first approach to problem solving.
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Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
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The ability to learn and retain detailed product information.
About the Role
If you enjoy solving complex puzzles, working with data, and keeping operations running smoothly, this role is at the center of our Pontoon production process. You’ll own the configuration system that drives our ordering and materials accuracy, build production schedules that keep us on track, and ensure capacity information flows cleanly across teams.
What You’ll Do
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Turn Engineering/BOM data into accurate configuration rules, option lists, and matrices.
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Troubleshoot configuration issues and help teams resolve roadblocks quickly.
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Partner with Sales to refine how our ordering system presents options and guides workflow.
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Build and maintain the Pontoon production schedule, adjusting it as supplier and production needs evolve.
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Communicate schedule changes across Production and Purchasing and keep all systems and printed materials up to date.
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Track and summarize order volume and backlog for weekly leadership discussions.
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Print and distribute capacity labels for all segments and ensure alignment with Quality Assurance data.
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Support Customer Service with label requests for non-current products.
What You Bring
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Hands-on experience with CPQ tools and Syteline (or similar ERP systems).
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Strong Excel skills and comfort working with data-heavy tools.
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A logical, analytical mindset with a knack for problem-solving.
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Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
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Curiosity and the ability to learn a broad range of product details.
Position Overview
This role supports the Pontoon segment by maintaining and improving our internal configuration and scheduling systems. You’ll collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, Sales, Purchasing, and Quality Assurance to ensure accurate product setup, efficient scheduling, and smooth operational flow.
Key Responsibilities
Configuration
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Maintain and enhance the internal ordering system by creating rules, option lists, and configuration matrices based on Engineering/BOM data.
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Troubleshoot configuration issues raised by Engineering or Production teams.
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Improve system presentation and ordering workflow in alignment with Sales recommendations.
Scheduling
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Build and update the Pontoon production schedule using a macro‑enabled spreadsheet, incorporating Production and Supplier constraints.
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Coordinate schedule changes with Production and Purchasing, ensuring updates are reflected in both the system and printed schedules.
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Prepare weekly summaries of scheduled and backlogged orders for leadership meetings.
Capacity Label Distribution
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Print capacity labels for all segments based on daily or weekly production schedules.
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Fulfill Customer Service requests for non-current product labels.
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Verify that capacity information aligns with Quality Assurance data.
Skills & Requirements
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Experience with CPQ and Syteline 8/10 strongly preferred; familiarity with other ERP systems is a plus.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills.
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Strong logic‑driven problem‑solving abilities.
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Clear, effective communication skills for cross‑department collaboration.
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Ability to learn and retain a wide range of product information, including engine and trailer offerings.
Schedule:
-Day shift 7 am - 4:00 pm
Work Setting:
- In-Person
- Cubicle
- This position works from our plant in New Paris, IN. This is NOT a remote position.
Equal opportunity employer
Only qualified candidates will be contacted
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Why Smoker Craft?
At Smoker Craft Inc., each employee is an integral part of our success! As a family-owned and operated company for five generations, we hold fast to the core values that have defined us: Integrity, Leadership, and Loyalty. These principles guide our team in building high-quality marine products, delivering excellent customer service, and providing exceptional value.
If you’re ready to join a company with deep-rooted traditions and a strong commitment to quality, apply today and become a part of the Smoker Craft family!
We offer a full line of benefits including:
Single/Family Medical & Dental Insurance
Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
401(k)
Roth 401(k)
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Life Insurance
On-Site Gym Facilities
