Production Scheduler (VAS) - Forest Park, GA

Job Summary

Identifies production needs and determines the necessary production lines to fulfill work orders while planning and organizing the overall production schedule.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, And Key Accountabilities

• Plans and coordinates the production schedule and monitors inventory levels to minimize cost while ensuring production and delivery goals are met.
• Performs pre-organization of production materials before the commencement of production.
• Collaborates with the leadership team to develop production plans.
• Creates efficient scheduling processes and methods to attain production goals.
• Generates reports to be used for all production-related decisions.
• Organizes job training for staff in production planning cells.
• Manages production and material shortage issues efficiently to ensure production and delivery remain on track.

Nature and Scope

Refers complex, unusual problems to supervisor. Under general supervision, exercises some judgment in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, and techniques. Work typically involves regular review of output by a senior coworker or supervisor. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education And Experience

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred.
• Specialized skills training/certification may be required.
• Generally 2-5 years of experience in area of responsibility.