Production Scheduler I

Summary:

The Production Scheduler I is responsible for coordinating and scheduling a production area to meet customer on-time delivery and inventory replenishment targets. This position will manage inventory levels, schedules, and availability of selected parts, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules. This is a highly cross-functional role with regular interactions between various departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.
• Develops and maintains a production schedule for one production area of Plant Hamilton assembly lines in support of meeting customer delivery requirements and best utilizing the organizations production capacity.
• Reviews material supply and demand to determine actions appropriate to the development of the production schedule.
• Level loads the schedule based off of input from the Production Unit Leader to meet customer requirements.
• Maintains all schedule criteria in the Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system.
• Monitors daily manufacturing performance indicators to quickly address issues such as a shortages or machine down-time.
• Publishes production schedule by identifying products, equipment, sequence, completion dates, etc.
• Interfaces with manufacturing personnel on material status and production planning issues.
• Monitors production reporting and adherence to schedule according to key performance indicators.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in multi-faceted production control, planning, inventory control, and materials with ability to use spreadsheets and Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) software in managing the planning process required. Automotive experience preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of basic materials management, production planning, and inventory control techniques (i.e., capacity planning, JIT, lean manufacturing, production level loading, make to stock/build to order etc.).
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, WIP management, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing, distribution, and inventory control for financial impact.
• Understanding of the discipline of planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze & solve difficult issues in a dynamic environment
• Proven experience developing work processes to improve outcomes for the team/customers.
• Demonstrated ability to translate the production plant into a time-phased build schedule.
• Experience working with large ERP systems (SAP preferred) with strong understanding of Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Independent & organized work style with the ability to effectively manage time, prioritize work responsibilities, assume and manage multiple tasks without close supervision, and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical capabilities and initiative to take action as appropriate and necessary.
• Interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels within and outside the organization.
• Proven ability to build strong business relationships at all levels throughout an organization.
• Highly organized with ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Exhibits integrity through fair and ethical behaviors in all activities; maintains accountability for performance.
• Strong attention to detail with well-developed organizational and communication skills.

Education:

• High school diploma. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

• A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
• 401K matching program.
• Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted BILSTEIN products.

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