Production Scheduler/Shipping Supervisor

Arauco•Malvern, AR

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Scheduler/Shipping Supervisor is an onsite role at ARAUCO’s Malvern manufacturing site. This position connects Production and Sales, develops and manages production schedules, monitors inventory, and ensures customer orders are completed accurately and shipped on time. It also coordinates shipments with trucking companies, supervises shipping personnel, manages shipping-department payroll and budget, and maintains a safe and organized shipping and finished goods warehouse environment. The role requires regular movement throughout the facility and work around equipment, dust, noise, chemicals, varying temperatures, and heights.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 4 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Experience in production scheduling, shipping/logistics, or inventory coordination.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience supervising or leading teams in an operational setting.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
Experience with production planning and scheduling software or ERP systems.
Prior experience coordinating transportation and working with trucking vendors.
Budget oversight or departmental cost management experience.
Knowledge of inventory control practices and lean manufacturing principles.
OSHA training of 10 hours or higher.
Experience in wood products or heavy manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary link between Production and Sales to ensure customer needs are met and production lines run efficiently.
Develop and manage production schedules for Line 1 and 2, the sander, and the saw to maximize utilization and productivity.
Monitor inventory levels, maintain accurate plant inventory, and keep overall inventory lean.
Ensure orders are completed accurately and shipped on time.
Provide daily reports and updates to mill management and Sales on inventory levels, order files, forecasts, readies, and lates.
Coordinate with trucking companies to arrange timely shipment of finished goods and follow up on commitments.
Oversee shipping personnel to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient loading of orders.
Manage payroll and the shipping department budget.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shipping and finished goods warehouse environment.
Uphold company safety standards, attend safety trainings, and model the company’s vision, mission, and business principles.