Production Scheduler

Job Overview

Plant Scheduler – Operations Planning, Bloomington, Indiana (Day Shift). Reports to Materials Manager.

• Develop effective and efficient press schedules using production orders to meet customer requirements while maximizing manufacturing efficiencies across machines and downstream operations.
• Confirm graphics and raw materials are available to support the press schedule prior to production; collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure material availability and minimize aged raw material inventory.
• Publish and communicate production schedules to all relevant stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner; coordinate daily with associates and support groups across all operational areas and shifts.
• Communicate regularly with Customer Delivery Associates (CDAs) to meet customer needs and manage expectations; keep management and stakeholders proactively informed of production progress, potential issues, and schedule changes.
• Track production metrics, identify bottlenecks, and investigate orders produced short or over to determine root causes; create reports, schedules, and production plans using Excel and PRISM.
• Identify and resolve issues related to production delays, material shortages, and other operational challenges; implement changes to optimize scheduling efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall plant performance.

• Age 18+ years old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing scheduling or production planning role is preferred.
• Must pass drug screening and background check.
• Internal candidates must demonstrate behaviors consistent with our Core Values and be in good performance standing with no disciplinary issues.

• Production Scheduling – Proven ability to develop and maintain accurate, efficient production schedules in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple competing priorities.
• Manufacturing Knowledge – Understanding of flexible packaging manufacturing processes, including lamination, printing, and slitting operations, with the ability to troubleshoot complex production challenges.
• Material & Resource Coordination – Knowledge of material planning, inventory management, and supply chain coordination to ensure resource availability and meet production targets.
• Technical Proficiency – Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PRISM software, with the ability to work effectively within scheduling database systems.
• Advanced Excel Skills – Proficiency in advanced Excel features, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros, and data visualization tools.
• Data Analysis & Reporting – Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex production data, track performance metrics, and generate actionable insights and reports.
• Communication Skills – Exceptional written and oral communication skills for effective collaboration across all organizational levels and functional areas.
• Problem‑Solving & Decision‑Making – Proven ability to identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, production delays, and material shortages proactively and efficiently.
• Organization & Attention to Detail – Strong organizational and logistics management abilities with close attention to detail and efficient data entry skills.
• Multitasking & Adaptability – Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while adapting quickly to changing production requirements and customer needs.
• Collaboration – Strong active listening skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally, make accommodations as needed, and build effective working relationships.
• Continuous Improvement – Ability to identify opportunities and implement changes that optimize scheduling efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall plant performance.

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment when required, including exposure to noise, temperature variation, and industrial equipment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Capability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Visual acuity to read computer screens, reports, and documentation.
• Manual dexterity to operate computer equipment…