Operations Scheduler

Tenneco • Burlington, IA

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About The Position

he position’s duties include: inventory planning, scheduling, materials handling, inventory turnover, customer service levels, stocking decisions, forecasting and administrative controls. The scheduler will also perform data entry & control using complex software skills .

Requirements

• Experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Well-versed with the traditional as well as advanced methods used in inventory control
• Proficient in use of MS Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Bachelors required or Associates Degree and 3-4 years’ experience in similar or related field

Nice To Haves

• APICS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes production planning based on forecasting, customer demand and production constraints via excel based system and/Plex systems.
• Reviews and interprets production reports related to open orders and daily schedule. Adjusts schedules as needed. Reviews needs and findings availability for daily schedule variances and future needs.
• Communicates with, Production, Purchasing, Shipping, Customer Service and all other departments to exchange pertinent information. Sends/answers communications in a timely manner
• Follows through with operations to properly execute PPAP’s and shipper events and ensures compliance and timely execution.
• Regularly monitors and reports on progress to plan. Proactively addresses problems & recommends and initiates corrective actions.
• Reviews master schedule with Process Manager(s)s and supervisors on a daily basis.
• Communicates and interacts effectively with department employees, Plant Manager, support services and all levels of management to ensure smooth operation of the process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees