Production Scheduler - Parma, OH

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Parma, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Scheduler will be responsible for developing and coordinating the daily production plan and managing the Metal Assembly and Press Operations to meet production needs. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills to interpret Press & Metal Assembly inventories and the operating plans needed to support customer needs capacities/availability compared to shipping requirements. This position requires strong understanding of the National and Local UAW Agreements. Candidates must exercise independent judgment within the framework of the Global Manufacturing System with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost and Environment.

Requirements

5 years of experience with production scheduling
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience managing a production workforce
Strong interpersonal skills, experience managing conflict and decision making
Strong ability to lead people and address performance concerns
Demonstrate a high analytical ability to solve complex problems
Ability to navigate a high-speed, high-volume production area
Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)
Self-starter with high sense of urgency
This is a 2nd shift role – must be able to work off shifts when needed

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree is preferred
Progressive Press experience
Metal Assembly/Body Shop experience
Stamping experience
Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously
High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity and be self-directed
Experience collaborating across multiple functions within a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Analyze daily shipping requirements and develop the production plan for a three-shift operation
Monitor daily progress to the production plan and adjust as needed
Communicate and escalate issues/concerns
Launch readiness: Coordinate T-events with die engineering, Manage & Support Launch Wall in Metal Assembly and Press Room, Ensure jobs/cells are production ready by timelines
Coordinate both maintenance and die work/repairs with respective groups
Manage die home line allocations to minimize costs
Manage and support needs required per Cell Launch Requirements
Conduct required audits – Layered, WPO, SOTs
GMS - monitor performance and ensure standards are met
Support production Group Leaders and hourly teams
7000 account champion
Manage TIP
Drive improvements in everything we do
Cover the Area Manager role/duties when needed