Production Scheduler

Concrete Pipe & Precast•Ashland, VA

About The Position

Since 2012, CP&P has manufactured concrete pipe and precast products that support critical infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. We offer stable careers in a safety-first, team-oriented environment, with opportunities to learn, grow, and make a real impact in your community. Join us in building a better future! Position Snapshot: The Production Scheduler plans and schedules production activities in accordance with customer expectations and facility capabilities. This role communicates with engineering, logistics, and customer service to ensure efficient asset planning and address production inefficiencies. They review projects, alerting the customer service department when production is outpacing shipping to limit custom product inventory, and coordinate with other schedulers and facilities where appropriate to meet customer needs.

Requirements

Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of MS Office suite, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Must be capable of learning software programs designed to manage all aspects of production scheduling.
Understanding of the site development process and the roles of various customer types.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple and evolving priorities.
Willingness to regularly rework a plan to accommodate new or revised customer expectations.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must reside in the continental U.S. within the assigned region. No relocation assistance is provided.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
Physical agility and may require any or all of the following: standing, sitting, walking, climbing, reaching, bending/stooping, lifting (50lbs. max), pushing/pulling (50lbs. max).

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or two (2) years of experience in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Determine production priorities by processing project releases.
Plan and schedule production to meet customer expectations.
Monitor production progress and resolve scheduling challenges.
Coordinate activities with Logistics and Customer Service to maximize efficiencies.
Learn production processes (wetcast/drycast) and their interaction with all other functions.
Understand the site development and infrastructure installation processes to best serve our customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.