Production Scheduler
6109 Corporate Park Drive Browns Summit, NC 27214 US
Job Description
Location: Brown Summit, NC
Overview:
Are you a detail-oriented planner with a passion for efficiency and process improvement? We are seeking a Production Scheduler to join our manufacturing team and play a key role in optimizing production timelines, maximizing resource use, and ensuring on-time delivery. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where you'll work closely with the Planning Manager and production teams to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and Manage Production Schedules: Develop, maintain, and adjust detailed production schedules to meet delivery timelines and production goals.
- Efficient Resource Allocation: Coordinate with Operations Managers to assign labor, materials, and equipment effectively, minimizing costs and downtime.
- Work-in-Process (WIP) Scheduling: Optimize scheduling for WIP to reduce bottlenecks and support seamless manufacturing transitions.
- Adapt to Change: Update schedules in real-time based on shifts in demand, supply chain disruptions, or customer requirement changes.
- Data Analysis: Analyze production data, demand forecasts, and inventory trends to inform and improve scheduling decisions.
- Monitor Capacity: Identify and address production capacity constraints to maintain optimal flow and output.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with production supervisors and other departments to ensure schedules align with overall production objectives.
- Performance Tracking: Support the monitoring of KPIs related to schedule adherence and resource efficiency.
- Generate Reports: Prepare accurate daily, weekly, and monthly reports highlighting schedule performance and variance insights.
- Maintain Accurate Documentation: Ensure all schedule changes and updates are recorded and accessible for continuous review.
- Effective Communication: Keep stakeholders informed of schedule changes, project updates, and any production concerns.
- Continuous Improvement: Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance scheduling accuracy and operational efficiency.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Business, Logistics, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in scheduling, production planning, or logistics, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, ERP/MRP systems, production planning tools).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
- Collaborative Team Environment
- Opportunities for Growth and Development
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits
- Impact-Driven Work in a Fast-Paced Setting
Click apply online or send your resume to Brian Smith at bsmith@theresource.com.