Production Scheduler

HBD Industries • Chanute, KS

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About The Position

The production planner will ensure all customer orders are produced in a timely, efficient manner through establishing and maintaining a production schedule, managing company inventories, and providing leadership to our shipping/receiving team. This individual will be a key support resource to assist the purchasing manager with driving efficient procurement strategies and will serve as a cross-functional team member in cost reduction and continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

• At least 3 years manufacturing and scheduling experience

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred
• Lean Manufacturing Experience would be a plus.
• Experience in ERP, Microsoft Dynamics AX platform a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, plan, and manage production control activities to achieve customer requirements and improve overall plant efficiency.
• Analyze new part plans for correctness and completeness in accordance with prints, specifications, and current manufacturing processes.
• Prepare factory orders for production and establish effective production schedules by ensuring availability of required equipment, material, and manpower.
• Monitor the status of job orders and adjust production schedule as required.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve inventory management, optimize packaging configurations, and improve overall supply chain.
• Coordinate with all parts of the organization to proactively identify and resolve production problems.
• Communicate issues that may delay processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree