Job description

Job description

As an innovative and internationally operating German family owned company in the field of surface coating, the CLIENT is a strategic partner of the automotive industry. We offer standardized processes for surface treatment and bonding in over 18 locations worldwide and are always sourcing suitable and committed talents and employees.

Currently we are searching for our US-manufacturing plant a highly motivated and self-driven

Production Scheduler/Production Planner

General description/ Summary:

The Production Scheduler/Production Planner is responsible to create and maintain effective daily and weekly production schedules in order to ensure that all company goals are achieved and that deadlines are met.

On-time deliveries to ensure customer satisfaction is critical and will be driven by the Production Scheduler/Production Planner.

Holds self accountable for adherence to standards, policies & regulations, and support the General Manager in the overall Change Management Process.

Key skills & experience:

We assume that the possible candidate has the ability to think and act independently and entrepreneurially, that he/she has a structured way of working, has analytical capabilities paired with an instinct for people and is a flexible team-player with a “hands-on” mentality.

In addition, we require:

• Associate Degree or equivalent from two-year college, university, or technical school in business administration, production, supply chain or another related field; Bachelor’s Degree is a plus
• Minimum of 3-years practical work experience in a manufacturing environment supporting planning and scheduling operations
• Technical Understanding in order to develop a strong understanding of the production processes
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, PowerPoint, MS Excel and Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and analytical/math skills
• Ability to communicate clearly to resolve issues and set priorities for the production team
• Candidate’s ability to work autonomously
• Ability to multitask and provide quick responses to production problems
• High level of leadership qualities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review customer releases and create and maintain efficient weekly production schedules for all coating lines and the pre-treatment departments
• Maintain daily communication with all customers and ensure high customer order completion
• Inventory Management: Track incoming and outgoing material and perform physical inventories on a weekly basis

• Coordinate with production operations, engineering, maintenance, and other departments in the accomplishment of production goals, production plan changes and priorities
• Responsibility to handle ASN’s for outgoing and incoming material
• Create shipping documents
• Analyze customer forecasts and capacity needed and communicate constraints to the General Manager
• Drive for continuous improvement within the Scheduling Department
• Lead implementation of Production Scheduling Software
• Meet/exceed scheduling goals as set forth by Management
• Participate in Customer Visits as required
• Support production if needed
• Support General Manager and Team in overall Change Management Process
• Other duties as assigned by General Manager
• Must be willing to work off shifts and periodic overtime

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Production Scheduling: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Williamstown, KY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
• Management: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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