Production Scheduler I

Apogee Enterprises, Inc.•Reed City, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Scheduler I will provide administrative support within the Reed City Scheduling team. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production flow to align customer demand with manufacturing capacity, material availability, and inventory targets. This position serves as a key cross-functional link between multiple Operations sites, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of production activities.

Requirements

Strong keyboarding ability, including 10-key pad, with 45+ wpm ability; typing test will be given.
Familiarity with ERP systems, with preferred experience in JD Edwards.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and Outlook.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to negotiate priorities across departments.
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles, inventory management, logistics, and demand forecasting.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in a manufacturing office environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Create Order picks for production floor based on material availability
Reconcile billet pounds between JD Edwards and EPICS systems
Adjust orders in the JD Edwards system based on planned versus actual volumes
Assist in the continuous improvement of Production Scheduling processes and performance
Process Damage Material Reports to prompt backorder material replenishment
Manage past due material issues
Assist as a backup in processing outgoing truck files
Perform special assignments or other duties and projects as needed
Collaborate closely, in person or via email, with on-site Managers and Supervisors, production floor and Client Services to ensure timely volume targets.
Maintain a working knowledge of the full production lifecycle, from order entry through shipping.
Support the Production Scheduling team with daily operations, process improvements, and special projects.