Coordinator, Scheduler - Safety

Sonoco • Hillview, KY

6d • $29 • Onsite

About The Position

ThermoSafe is seeking an enthusiastic and meticulous Hourly Coordinator, Scheduler with a strong emphasis on safety. This role is responsible for developing, scheduling, and monitoring production plans to ensure the efficient and safe manufacturing of our protective products, while strictly adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in a production planning or scheduling role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to workplace safety principles and practices.
• Proficiency in using production planning software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as needed to support production demands.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on sales forecasts, material availability, and production capacity, with a paramount focus on safety considerations.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to address unexpected delays, equipment malfunctions, or material shortages, always prioritizing safe workarounds.
• Collaborate closely with production teams, warehouse staff, and procurement to ensure the timely availability of raw materials and components, and to communicate any potential safety risks associated with material handling or storage.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, contributing to a safe and organized inventory management system.
• Identify and mitigate potential production bottlenecks or inefficiencies, proposing solutions that enhance both productivity and workplace safety.
• Generate regular reports on production performance, adherence to schedules, and any safety incidents or near-misses observed during the planning and execution phases.
• Participate in safety meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of safety policies and procedures within the production environment.
• Ensure all planning activities comply with company safety standards, OSHA regulations, and other relevant industry safety guidelines.
• Communicate production plans and any safety-related updates effectively to all relevant departments and personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees