Senior Production Scheduler

Module X Solutions

Senior Production Scheduler

Shreveport, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    Wellness resources

    MODULE X SOLUTIONS is a rapidly growing modular manufacturing business that serves marquee corporate and government customers in renewable energy, network infrastructure, battery storage, telecommunications, petrochemical, utility, transportation, and other verticals. We design, engineer, and manufacture products to our customers’ specifications. We are a proud Shreveport-based company working to support our employees and our community. Check us out at www.ModuleXSolutions.com and we hope you will consider applying to build your career and future at MXS!

    JOB SUMMARY:

    Develop, optimize, and maintain master production schedules that enable the organization to meet shipping goals, satisfy customer requirements, and maintain optimal inventory levels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. sales, production, engineering, and supply chain) to coordinate manufacturing plans and develop complex project schedules. Balance demand and supply in efforts to satisfy customer needs and minimize the impact of demand volatility. Track changes that affect the schedule, identify schedule variances, and apply mitigation strategies. Coordinate future product launches and production schedules in accordance with sales forecasts.

    ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Assess current project management tools, identify gaps, recommend and implement production management software to manage growth and optimize use of resources.

    Experience with ERP systems, specifically Sage 100 / MAS 90

    Must have a strong understanding of the production process and be able to generate and maintain effective daily, weekly and monthly schedules.

    Analyze available labor, machine capacity, and material availability to optimize production schedules.

    Monitor production metrics like cycle times, scrap rates and machine downtime to identify potential bottlenecks and adjust schedules accordingly.

    Integrate customer change orders into production schedule and collaborate with impacted departments.

    Problem-solving, reporting and analysis.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Work Experience: 4 + years of experience in manufacturing, construction, or oil & gas industry

    Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain management.

    Related Experience:

    Proficiency with manufacturing/planning software and predictive analytics

    Familiarity with warehouse or operations management software

    High-level Excel skills

    Prior experience as a production planner

    Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills

    Attention to detail Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks; keep up in a fast-paced environment

    Excellent communication and presentation skills