Production Scheduler

Dimplex Thermal Solutions•Kalamazoo, MI

About The Position

The Production Scheduler plans, schedules, and controls product orders and processes to maximize use of manufacturing resources, including production cells and staffing. The role also assists with outbound logistics to help ensure products are delivered to customers on time. The scheduler analyzes production requirements and plant capacity using System 21, develops supply strategies and planning parameters, establishes inventory targets, and creates production schedules that meet customer shipping requirements. The role monitors production against plan, investigates variances, communicates with internal and external stakeholders, and helps coordinate outbound shipments and related documentation.

Requirements

Effective written, oral, and presentation communication skills.

Responsibilities

Use System 21 to analyze production requirements and plant capacity and determine appropriate manufacturing processes, tools, and resource requirements.
Develop supply strategies, including make-to-order versus make-to-stock, and establish System 21 planning parameters for manufactured parts.
Establish and maintain target inventory levels for make-to-stock items using current usage and replenishment-time information.
Create and maintain schedules that sequence operations and lead times to meet customer shipping dates, using standard manufacturing hours and capacity.
Schedule incoming orders to meet customer demands.
Use System 21 to release daily manufacturing orders scheduled by machine groups.
Review production data and incoming order rates, and take necessary action to increase production capabilities or change schedules.
Monitor production performance against plan, analyze variations for root causes, and communicate with relevant departments to resolve findings and improve processes.
Use MRP to determine inventory levels and availability for new orders.
Extract and analyze System 21 production data to support decision-making.
Communicate effectively with internal and external customers at all levels through written, oral, and presentation skills.
Coordinate with staff, departments, or clients to confirm availability and provide schedule updates.
Communicate changes, delays, or issues promptly and effectively.
Assist with preparing bills of lading, packing slips, customs documents, and other documentation as needed.
Assist with booking carrier pickups, arranging freight forwarders, and tracking outbound shipments using logistics software.