Planner/Scheduler II

thyssenkrupp Materials NA•Acworth, GA

11d•$70,000 - $72,000

About The Position

The Planner/Scheduler II oversees daily product order processing by reviewing and scheduling production orders by processing station. The role schedules orders to maximize productivity and equipment utilization and works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery. This is a safety-sensitive position and requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include marijuana testing as permitted by applicable laws. The position coordinates production plans with Sales, Customer Service, Materials, Programming/Operations, Production, Procurement, Shipping, Quality, and Engineering teams. It monitors order flow, staffing, equipment, materials, and capacity; adjusts schedules as circumstances change; and helps ensure planned production aligns with customer demand and delivery commitments. The duties listed are not exhaustive.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a production planning or scheduling role within a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
Knowledge of the processes involved in manufacturing parts.
Ability to create and understand reports for production-planning decisions.
Basic math and reading skills obtained through a high school diploma or equivalent.
Computer proficiency.
Interpersonal skills to communicate with plant managers, sales staff, and warehouse personnel.
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to understand equipment and tolerances.
Strong organizational and analytical skills, with a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in a production planning or scheduling role within a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with an ERP/MRP system; Job Boss (Canada) or SAP (US) experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Analyze production specifications to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and personnel requirements.
Ensure material flow and production activity are aligned.
Prepare work orders.
Recommend schedule changes when needed due to material or labor shortages, design changes, or backlogs.
Use Job BOSS-generated reports to update the capacity cutoff calendar (Canada only).
Use SAP to update planning and backlog.
Work with Sales and Materials teams to create demand forecasts and adjust production plans as forecasts change.
Coordinate with Customer Service and Materials to align production with regular and rush order intake.
Work with Programming and Operations teams to plan jobs across machines, prioritizing by lead time, capacity, and customer requirements.
Assess manpower, machine, and material availability to optimize production efficiency.
Reassign or reschedule workloads in response to scheduled maintenance or machine breakdowns.
Create or verify material pick orders and arrange their transfer to each machine.
Monitor order flow and proactively flag potential delays, including material stockouts, overutilized machines, and tooling issues.
Maintain the daily Delivery Schedule report to align actual production with the planned schedule.
Respond to expedite requests by reprioritizing and rescheduling tasks.
Coordinate with Production, Procurement, and Shipping teams to execute expedited orders.
Ensure timely release of PPAPs in collaboration with Quality and Engineering teams, as applicable.
Meet TKMNA Employee Attributes and Competencies.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Voluntary wellness programs.
401(k) or RRSP programs with company match.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits may be available; benefits vary based on job, country, union role, and company segment.

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