Production Scheduler

Summary of Duties: This position develops, prepares, and maintains production schedules to guide production activities and resources to maximize efficiency and meet output timeline objectives.

Job Specific Duties Include (but are not limited to):

• Gathers data from internal teams to incorporate materials, inventories, resource availability, and delivery commitments into schedules.
• Monitors daily production results and revises scheduling responsive to changes in the flow of materials, designs, equipment, or other resources.
• Utilizes ERP systems, planning and scheduling software, or other database tools to develop and maintain master schedules and generate reporting.
• Daily entry of all purchase orders sent in by EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) and/or other established methods.
• Acknowledge receipt of orders to allow customers adequate lead times and delivery date confirmations.
• Acknowledge and file all purchase orders in designated folders on the network.
• Print out necessary work orders and place them with the product were applicable.
• Answer department telephone calls and emails, responding to routine inquiries and/or documenting any relevant information exchanged.
• Communicate and document any necessary changes that may impact delivery dates to the customers and any other affected departments within the organization.
• Assist in performing cycle counts, month-end inventories, and annual physical inventories.
• Assist department management with other duties or special projects when assigned or as time allows.

Minimum Job Requirements (but not limited to):

• Associate's degree in business or another related discipline and a minimum of 2 years of applicable experience in an industrial environment; or High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 4 years of applicable scheduling experience. Other education and experience combinations may be considered.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in keyboarding, data entry, and office equipment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to organize and prioritize.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Must maintain adequate attendance, safety, and job performance according to company policies and standards.
• Must be able to stay in a stationary or seated position at least 50% of the time.
• This job will require some standing, stooping, and bending to complete tasks related to work order placement, inventories, and gathering information on materials for customer inquiries and/or communications.