Production Scheduler

Virginia MetalFab • Appomattox, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Virginia MetalFab is looking for motivated and energetic individuals to fill the role of Production Scheduler. As a Production Scheduler, you will plan, schedule, coordinate and/or monitor the flow of products through the complete production cycle. Provide timely planning and scheduling of manufacturing work orders to the manufacturing floor to achieve both internal financial goals and customer delivery dates. Analyze capacity, and shipping schedules; prepare production schedules; plan workflow and expedite projects throughout the manufacturing process.

Requirements

• HS diploma or GED.
• 2 years in supply chain management
• Must be proficient in math and skilled with multiple types of measuring devices.
• Ability to wear various forms of PPE.
• Ability to wear respirator.
• Ability to lift/carry up to and including 51-100 lb.
• Ability to push/pull up to and including 41-100 lb.
• Certifications and Licenses – Forklift.
• Computer skills – Job Boss, MS Suite, basic skills.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Research Skills - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.
• Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales and production teams to determine requirements for proposals
• Communicates with departments to ensure that materials, components, tools, and paperwork are supplied efficiently
• Schedule usage of production materials to ensure optimal production levels
• Evaluate suppliers or quality, timeliness, and match according to goals
• Outsource to appropriate providers when necessary
• Manage deadlines based on project expectations
• Coordinate delivery of parts to expedite flow of material to meet production schedule
• Expedite suppliers purchase orders if required
• Coordinate between warehouse and purchasing on material shortages
• Notify Sales of any schedule impacts to customers
• Coordinate/expedite manufacturing builds to ensure schedules are achieved
• Complete status reports on production progress
• Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
• Performs other duties as required

Benefits

• Medical Coverage: Choose from three Anthem options to get the perfect fit, including family plans, with an eye exam included!
• Dental Insurance: Smile with confidence with coverage for preventive, basic, and major services!
• Vision Insurance: Keep an eye on the future with coverage for exams, materials, frames or contacts, and even prescription safety glasses!
• Disability Insurance: Short and long-term plans to make sure you're covered when life throws curveballs.
• Life Insurance: We value you and your family with basic life and AD&D insurance, plus voluntary options.
• Accident Insurance: If accidents happen, we've got your back!
• Cancer Insurance: Supporting you with a fixed amount if you face a cancer diagnosis.
• Critical Illness Coverage: You’ll receive fixed amounts for covered illnesses, because we care.
• Hospital Indemnity: Hospital stays can be tough; we ease the burden with flat dollar reimbursements.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential services for mental health counseling, budgeting, and will prep - we've got you covered!
• Pre-paid Mental Health Visits: Your mental well-being matters; enjoy 3 pre-paid personalized visits!
• Wellness Incentive: Get rewards for participating in wellness programs. Healthy living can be fun (and rewarding)!
• Lots of paid time off (PTO)
• PAID holidays
• Referral program – you get $1,000 for every friend you refer who works here for one year!
• Corporate Chaplain
• Boot stipend for floor workers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED