Scheduler Production
Mitchell & Associates · North Vernon, IN · 3 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Job Summary
About the role
The Production Scheduler is responsible for preparing / updating the production plan to satisfy customer requirements while carrying minimum effective inventory levels.
Responsibilities
- Prepare weekly production schedule using the information from CMS
- Review all customer demands for fluctuation and adjust production schedule accordingly
- Monitor daily production output versus production schedule to ensure customer demand quantity is met
- Identify gaps and drive solutions, including a metric on production performance to the requested production schedule
- Update schedule daily with production quantities and balance owing
- Maintain a lean manufacturing culture driving run size and safety level improvements
- Liaise between production and shipping to ensure on time delivery
- Plan and schedule weekly overtime and determine labor capacity with the input of Production Supervisors/ Operations Manager
- Review scheduling methods to continuously improve scheduling system to support production requirements
- Complete all Engineering change related activities (e.g. Bank build, build out, engineering level change, new part #)
- Review inventory level of finished goods and WIP to ensure inventory turn targets are achieved
- Participate in internal quality audits to determine the effectiveness of the quality system
Requirements
- Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree preferred or Community College courses in Business/ Supply Chain Management related discipline
- Strong communicator in the English language, both written and oral
- Experience using MRP / ERP systems
- Minimum 5 years' experience in similar position
- Certified in Production and Inventory Management (APICS, CPIM) preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- High level of time management, problem solving and analysis skills
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to reason and influence at all levels
Qualifications
- Background check and pre-employment drug screen required for employment opportunity.