DescriptionThe Scheduling Assistant is responsible for preparation and maintenance of project schedules across the organization. This position will work closely with engineering, purchasing, sales, and production to identify and track resourcing needs and help establish work planning. Reporting to the service center manager, the scheduler will also be responsible for tracking work order deadlines and help identify opportunities for recovery, as necessary. Compliance with all safety requirements, product quality standards and company policies are essential functions of this role.
- Confirming and printing work orders.
- Complete work order receipts and closures
- Adding new work orders to weekly block schedules.
- Adjusting and modifying existing schedules as needed.
- Issuing inventory to work orders as needed.
- Communicating with department supervisors / leads for scheduling collaboration as needed.
- Collaboration with corporate scheduling and level loading initiatives.
- Adhere to scheduling and resource planning standards.
- Function as a focal point for communication with internal stakeholders.
- Other assigned duties as needed.
Requirements
- HS diploma/GED required.
- Previous experience in scheduling and planning in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Basic MS Office applications, with emphasis on spreadsheet analysis preferred.
- Scheduling software experience preferred.
- ERP systems (Syspro, SAP, etc.) experience preferred.
- Proven track record in safety excellence is required.
- Adheres to all safety and environmental compliance regulations set by the organization. Notify management immediately of any safety concerns, hazardous conditions, or injuries.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders. (Expand identify errors and correct)
- Process work orders in a timely fashion to meet corporate and customer deadlines
- Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.
- Adheres to the company's employee handbook policies and embodies the organization's core values
- Complete company compliance and safety training when required.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
- Physical requirements for this role include, but are not limited to the following:
- Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time while operating a computer with occasional light lifting.
- Regular visits to the production facility and engaging with operations team.