Master Production Scheduler - Shannon, MS - Professional

Open to candidates located in the United States.

Location: Shannon, MS, United States

Work Mode: On-site

Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing,Manufacturing

GRAMMER is specialized in developing and manufacturing components and systems for car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for off-road vehicles, trucks, buses, and trains. As a global partner to the vehicle manufacturing industry we are represented around the world by our two divisions, Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Our employees are constantly engaged in developing and producing innovative, flexible solutions to meet challenges in today’s competitive global market.

GRAMMER can be found on four continents with more than 50 production, distribution and logistics sites in 20 countries.

Here at GRAMMER, we foster a culture that embraces our Grammer CODE:
Collaborate in an inclusive environment, Openness in communication and ideas, Drive for results with energy and Empower yourself and others by taking ownership of decisions and actions.

Grammer is looking for a Production Scheduler to join our location in Shannon, MS. Production Scheduler’s primary responsibility is to plan and schedule production based on customer requirements, which are provided to us by way of customer releases or shipment, to act as liaison between the customer and the plant, to relay requirements, and ship finished product in an efficient and timely manner.

Provides production scheduling plan Scheduling – production output

Manpower – schedules each job with standard manpower by way of press/assembly

Die Changes – schedules mold changes as required

Maintain inventory levels in order to meet production schedule

Work closely with Customer Service Representatives to prioritize and fulfill customer needs

Guides material planning for on hand component inventory to build production to customer needs

Monitor inventory adjustments and cycle counts

Coordinate forecasts with Production Manager Track schedule performance vs. production actuals

Monitor customer computer systems for daily changes

Prepares and distributes customer releases

Participates and guides year-end inventory planning and counts

Customer requirement reports with weekly and monthly information

Production Performance Promotes IATF 16949 compliance

Associate Degree or Equivalent Experience Minimum 2 years production scheduling experience in a similar environment

Automotive and/or Tier1/Tier 2 manufacturing experience

Significant experience with MRP and scheduling systems (specifically SAP)
Ability to identify urgent or emerging problems, develop alternative corrective actions and engage appropriate colleagues in the timely implementation of corrective actions