Production Scheduler/Planner

Company Description

Being part of 'Team Oetiker' means working with over 2,000 people in 32 countries and at 13 production sites. We are the leading provider of high-end interconnect solutions for automotive and industrial applications. Our clamps, rings, straps and quick connectors can be found on virtually every vehicle in the world and in millions of household appliances. We are a Swiss family-owned company with a long-term perspective and a focus on sustainable business success. Does this sound like a place you want to work? Then get in touch with us!

Job Description

Position Summary

The Production Scheduler/Planner performs the following activities:

Production Planning

Production Support/Maintain System

Material Requirements Planning

Essential Functions

Production Planning

Plan and establish production schedules for Manufacturing and Assembly.

Plan and establish samples and PPAPs for Manufacturing and Assembly.

Plan and direct scheduling of all items requiring GP-12, Final Inspection or sort activity.

Monitor and analyze customer requirements through MRP and implement course of action required

Monitor and analyze inventory and make recommendations for improvements.

Track progress, coordinate and work with Production to schedule production runs in a cost and time efficient manner

Schedule according to lot sizes where possible (Manufacturing)

Production Support

Review factors that affect schedules

Work with Production, Customer Service, and Logistics to ensure that customer orders are available in time for shipment

Material and Requirements Planning

Coordinate and schedule for material requirements

Coordinate with Purchasing when outside vendor expediting is required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Word-processing and spreadsheet application software; working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Windows

ERP Operational Software – Working knowledge of SAP.

Quality and Environmental Policies (ICM Management Master Manual)

Scheduling principles, basic supply chain management, detailed scheduling and planning

Communication skills: interpersonal and business writing skills

Product Knowledge

Qualifications

Education / Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business administration (preferred)

3-5 years of manufacturing experience including process flows

Scheduling Techniques (preferred)

Basic Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Capacity Planning

Additional Information

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation packages

Paid Time Off (starts at 17 days a year)

Medical, Dental, Vision

Generous 401k match

Education tuition reimbursement program

Opportunities for Advancement

Comprehensive Training Program and access to Online Learning

Working together to make over 2 billion connections every year. That’s what we do at Oetiker. Our ‘OneOetiker’ culture is built on open and respectful collaboration and strong relationships with team members. Our strength comes directly from our team, our values and a culture of trust, teamwork, and professional growth. Oetiker strongly encourages equal rights. We appreciate every candidate and explicitly support a diverse and balanced workforce.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.