Scheduling Assistant

LAKE CABLE•Valparaiso, IN

About The Position

The Scheduling Administrator works closely with the Production Scheduler to support the planning, scheduling, releasing, and tracking of irradiation workflow from the sales department through the manufacturing plant. The role reports directly to the Production Scheduler and supports coordination among sales, purchasing, manufacturing, and outside processing sources. The position is mainly office-based, with minimal time spent in a warehouse environment. The schedule is day shift, Monday through Friday, eight hours per day.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of related work experience.
High school diploma.
At least one year of experience working in a wire and cable manufacturing facility in a production or quality capacity.
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes such as extrusion, twinning, cabling, braiding, and taping.
Basic knowledge of manufacturing machines in the Valparaiso plant and an understanding of their basic capabilities.
Understanding of raw materials used to manufacture wire and cable.
Knowledge of the Rubicon system for identifying customer sales orders, vendor purchase orders, and production work orders.
Ability to work with minimal to no supervision.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.
Efficient time-management and organizational skills, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Enter special stock or rework orders into the Rubicon system.
Coordinate with the purchasing department to expedite raw materials when needed.
Coordinate production, shipment, and receipt of materials requiring outside processes, such as irradiation.
Work with the sales team to track or expedite orders related to irradiation processing.