Planning and Scheduling Specialist

Hunt Electric Corporation•Georgetown, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Baer Manufacturing is seeking a detail oriented and highly organized Planning and Scheduling Specialist to join the team. The position will be responsible for helping to build and implement scheduling tools, interfacing with various departments and maintaining production schedules to ensure that all project timelines are met. The role requires excellent communication skills, an understanding of the scheduling and planning process for near and far term projects and ability to effectively implement new processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience in Planning/Scheduling.
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in scheduling, project management and production environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project experience a plus.
Ability to learn new programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to host effective meetings and communicate with team members across the enterprise.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to analyze data and make and propose informed decisions.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
Working understanding of Lean principles and 5s

Nice To Haves

Experience in Supply Chain, Lean Manufacturing, or Kanban systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Create detailed project schedules, including timelines, milestones, and deadlines using project management software.
Work in tandem with project managers, production managers, materials manager, purchasing and logistics to consolidate information on production activities so everyone is aligned with the overall schedule.
Track daily progress of production to monitor schedule attainment and identify potential delays and proactively propose and communicate corrective actions. Assist in managing resources such as labor, tools and equipment to ensure production can operate efficiently.
Host internal and external schedule updates as necessary to communicate overall Baer schedule adherence and near-term schedule view. Communicate proactively any issues that will impact delivery dates and report production capacity when necessary.
Identify potential risks and delays in the project schedule and develop mitigation strategies.
Host and manage project kickoff meetings while identifying material purchasing opportunities.
Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance scheduling efficiency and project outcomes.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums are 100% employer-paid for you and your family.
Cash benefit if you opt out of insurance.
401(k) match
Profit sharing
ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
Annual discretionary bonus based on company performance and individual contributions.
3+ weeks PTO to start
Paid holidays
Sick time
Flexible hybrid schedules for many positions.
Internal learning and development
Multiple Employee Resource Groups
Family-friendly work events
Deep commitment to community volunteering.