Scheduler

Gates Corporation • Siloam Springs, AR

12d

About The Position

Gates is hiring a Scheduler at its Siloam Springs, Arkansas plant. The Scheduler coordinates and manages the flow of work and production schedules to support production and product delivery, while managing inventory for assigned products. This is an individual contributor role with no supervisory responsibilities.

The role requires working across departments and coordinating multiple group efforts within the plant. The Scheduler uses computer programs including LMES, MES, WMS, and Oracle to complete required tasks. Other tasks or duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to train, direct, lead, facilitate, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-directed, with the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Good math, oral, and formal communication skills.
• Advanced problem-solving skills to resolve production and people issues.
• Ability to coordinate multiple group efforts within the plant to achieve objectives.
• Excellent planning and organizational abilities.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate the flow of work within or between departments or manufacturing plants to expedite production and product delivery.
• Review the master production schedule and work orders.
• Establish priorities for customer orders and revise schedules according to work order specifications.
• Establish priorities and assess the availability or capability of workers, parts, materials, machines, and equipment.
• Control inventory of assigned products in accordance with management objectives.
• Establish and manage production schedules on a daily basis.
• Use computer programs such as LMES, MES, WMS, and Oracle to complete required tasks.
• Perform other tasks or duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus other voluntary benefit options; benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following the date of hire.
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation, 11 holidays (9 scheduled and 2 floating), and 8 sick days; vacation days accrue.
• 401(k) with a 3% company contribution and an additional 3% company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed