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

As a Production Scheduler, you will support the day-to-day coordination of workshop schedules and work orders. You will learn how production priorities are managed, how workflow is monitored and how internal teams work together to meet customer and operational requirements. located in Castle Hill, NSW .

This role offers hands‑on exposure to production planning and scheduling processes, with support and training to help you build confidence and capability over time.

Your responsibilities will include:

Assisting with the development and maintenance of daily, weekly and monthly workshop schedules in line with production plans and business priorities

Reviewing and helping prioritise work orders based on due dates, urgency, team capacity, workload, material availability and operational requirements

Supporting on‑time delivery by monitoring workflow, work‑in‑progress and potential delays

Coordinating job status updates with production teams, customer service, claims and other internal stakeholders

Issuing work orders for picking, scheduling warranty work and helping ensure completed jobs are closed accurately and on time in the system

Learning how to identify and elevate risks that may affect schedule performance, labour capacity, materials, quality or customer commitments

Contributing ideas to improve scheduling, workflow, communication and work order processes





Ensuring all activities are completed in line with Parker safety standards, quality requirements and relevant compliance obligations

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Strong organisational and time‑management skills

Good attention to detail and accuracy

A proactive attitude and willingness to learn

The ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing deadlines

Clear and professional communication skills

Confidence working with internal teams and asking questions when needed

Basic to intermediate Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel

An interest in manufacturing, operations, production planning, logistics or supply chain

The ability to identify issues, contribute to solutions and elevate when required

Previous experience in a manufacturing, scheduling, customer service, administration, warehouse, logistics or operations environment would be helpful, but is not essential.

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?

Career 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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📌 Production Scheduler - Entry Level (The Hills Shire)
🏢 PARKER HANNIFIN
📍 The Hills Shire