Production Planner / Scheduler - Aluminum division
About The Position
The Production Scheduler creates and manages production schedules to optimize efficiency, align resources, and ensure timely completion of production goals. The role uses ERP systems, planning and scheduling software, and other database tools to develop and maintain master schedules and generate reports. It monitors daily production results and adjusts schedules in response to changes in materials, designs, equipment, or other resources. The scheduler gathers information from internal teams about materials, inventories, resource availability, and delivery commitments, and works on production job completions, inventory reconciliations, and reporting. The position applies knowledge of production specifications, manufacturing processes, materials availability, and mathematical planning tools to develop production plans. It tracks production results against plans, prepares reports, and communicates across departments about production flow. The employee must be willing to modify work schedules and duties to accommodate company needs. Other duties may be assigned, and specific education, training, or certifications may be required.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience.
- Decision-making skills, effective time management, and good communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and a high degree of Excel spreadsheet competency.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor's degree.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience.
- Thorough knowledge of company manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
- Use ERP systems, planning and scheduling software, or other database tools to develop and maintain master schedules and generate reports.
- Monitor daily production results and revise schedules in response to changes in materials, designs, equipment, or other resources.
- Gather information from internal teams about materials, inventories, resource availability, and delivery commitments for production schedules.
- Work on production job completions and participate in inventory reconciliations and reporting.
- Apply knowledge of production specifications, manufacturing processes, materials availability, and mathematical planning tools to develop production plans.
- Monitor production results and prepare reports comparing results against plan.
- Communicate effectively across cross-functional departments regarding production flow.
- Modify work schedules and duties to accommodate company needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous medical and dental insurance plan
- Flexible PTO/UTO policy
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays
- Company-paid short-term disability
- Employee assistance plan
- Career advancement
- Formal leadership development
- Education reimbursement program
- Recognition and awards
- Employee events, including fishing contests, Christmas turkeys, potlucks, and appreciation meals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
