Production Scheduler

Wesco

About The Position

The Production Scheduler plans and establishes production schedules to meet customer demands. The role develops schedules in accordance with sales forecasts, plant and employee capacity, and new business opportunities. It coordinates production plans and materials, supports timely delivery, and helps address issues that could disrupt production.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent required.
Excellent listening and speaking communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Coordination and organizational abilities.
Good time-management abilities.
Understanding of customer-care basics.
Ability to multitask and demonstrate flexibility while carrying out duties.
Basic knowledge of computer software and operation.
Familiarity with logistics planning software.
Ability to travel up to 25%.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree (U.S.) or college diploma (Canada) preferred.

Responsibilities

Carry out planning and coordination of production schedules.
Plan production start-up dates based on material availability or customer due dates.
Determine which products will be built and which machines or production lines will be used.
Read and understand job orders and available inventory reports.
Review schedules and workflow to ensure timely deliveries.
Pre-organize production materials before production begins.
Coordinate and develop production plans with the company’s management team.
Create efficient scheduling processes or methods to attain production goals.
Place orders for production materials to avoid inventory shortages.
Generate production reports for production decision-making.
Review routine checks and maintenance of production equipment to help avoid production shutdowns.
Resolve material-shortage problems in a timely manner.
Handle production issues without hindering production or delivery.
Travel up to 25%.