Master Production Scheduler

About the role

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS-Fibrebond division is currently seeking a Master Production Scheduler. This role takes place at our facility in Minden, LA. We are able to offer relocation assistance for qualified candidates within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Establish summary and sequence detail of schedules for each made-to-order job based on customer ship date, state approvals, required material lead time and available capacity.
• Drive resolution of job delays including coordinating the expedite of operations and/or materials that delay schedules and alter schedules to overcome unforeseen conditions impacting on time delivery.
• Collaborate with the production team and project management teams to facilitate customer change requests.
• Work with technical sales in providing projected schedules to support customer quotation process.
• Own, maintain and publish production schedules.
• Drive daily coordination/partnership with production supervisors, project managers, plant management, and quality department to evaluate any changes needed in the production schedule.
• Partner with production and project management teams to drive continuous improvement and cost out through the scheduling process.
• Plan and track shipping and distribution metrics.

Qualifications

• Required (Basic): Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management OR a Bachelor’s degree in any subject plus 2 or more years of direct production scheduling experience. At least 3 years of experience in a supply chain or manufacturing environment.
• Preferred Qualifications: APICS CPIM certification, 2 or more years in production planning in a manufacturing environment, at least 4 years of experience in supply chain or manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Package.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail when working under tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational focus with demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Solution oriented- ability to problem solve and trouble shoot challenges.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and end customers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.