Manufacturing Scheduler-- On Site

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Manufacturing Scheduler - On Site

Under the general direction of the Production Planning Manager, responsible for the efficient organization and completion of production scheduling. Coordinates work orders with personnel, equipment, and materials to ensure that all customers’ due dates are met. Responsible for learning various duties related to production reports, scheduling, and other manufacturing functions.

This role carries five core accountabilities:

• Creates and maintains a daily 24-hour frozen production schedule, assigning production orders to the appropriate presses in close coordination with the manufacturing group.
• Maximizes use of presses, secondary equipment, and personnel by scheduling machinery efficiently to meet customer due dates.
• Oversees proper distribution of work orders and label preparation for all current jobs on the manufacturing floor.

• Proactively notifies Customer Service whenever an order is at risk of being delayed, so customer-facing teams can communicate accurately and in a timely manner with customers.
• Works with Customer Service to confirm delivery expectations stay aligned with the production schedule.

• Monitors raw material and supply levels and adjusts the production schedule as needed to prevent disruptions.
• Verifies that all necessary raw materials and equipment are available in-house to run jobs as scheduled, working with the Buyer, Warehouse Manager, and Customer Service.
• Works with the Maintenance Manager to ensure equipment is available when needed.

• Collaborates and communicates with all departments to prioritize and align the production schedule.
• Establishes strong working relationships with other departments to maintain effective communication about raw material, equipment, and personnel availability.
• Leads scheduling-related communication at daily meetings, including shift hand-offs and the mid-day PIT meeting.

• Assists with backup production reporting, ensuring accurate daily production records that summarize production quantities and scrap levels.
• Maintains production standards set by Engineering and works to rectify any discrepancies.
• Follows up on identified inconsistencies with shift managers and production coordinators.
• Compiles and distributes daily and weekly reports, closes out orders for each prior month, and runs the month-end report in a backup duty.

• Learns, practices, and supports 5S to assist the Company in the continuous improvement process.
• Maintains a safe working environment to minimize the possibility of injury. Always acts in a safe manner and ensures that those around him/her do not put themselves or others orts any unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as assigned or required.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

• Minimum of 6+ years’ scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience in using ERP systems efficiently

• Uses excellent interpersonal communication techniques to collaborate with subordinates and/or co-workers. Is courteous and helpful when interacting with fellow employees.
• Ability to lead and work independently.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in basic math.
• Multi-tasking ability in a fast-paced, high demand environment.
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• How Can I Help?
• Treat Everyone Like Family
• Work Hard, Play Hard, Laugh Hard
• If We Can, We Will… and Then Some
• Own the Outcome, Share the Credit
• We’ll Figure It Out

Sussex IM offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members.