Production Scheduler/Planner

Gordon, Inc.

Production Scheduler/Planner

Bossier City, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Job Summary:

    The Scheduler will coordinate schedules and inventories to ensure efficient and effective operation of the manufacturing facility.

    Duties/Responsibilities:

    · Serves as a primary point of contact for and liaison with sales, logistics, and manufacturing departments.

    · Collaborates with these departments to establish schedules and plans that allocate available resources to best serve customer needs.

    · Periodically compares current and anticipated orders with available inventory of raw materials; uses judgment to anticipate demand for and to acquire additional supplies as needed.

    · Negotiates with outside supply vendors; ensures accurate and timely delivery of orders.

    · Integrates sales orders with master schedule; coordinates availability of raw materials, supplies, equipment, and staff as needed to meet delivery dates.

    · Maintains master distribution schedule for the assigned facility; revises as needed and alerts appropriate staff of schedule changes or delays.

    · Participates in periodic forecasting meetings with sales, marketing, and other related departments; leads additional planning meetings with sales, production, shipping, purchasing, and customer service staff.

    · Follows all safety rules.

    · Performs other related duties, as assigned.

    Required Skills/Abilities:

    · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    · Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

    · Thorough understanding of the business and supply chain.

    · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    · Extremely proficient with production planning systems, such as M1.

    · Works well as a productive member of a team.

    Education and Experience:

    · High school diploma, preferred.

    · At least five years of related experience required.

    *MUST BE PROFICIENT IN MICROSOFT WORD, EXCEL AND OUTLOOK