Operations Scheduler

The position's duties include: inventory planning, scheduling, materials handling, inventory turnover, customer service levels, stocking decisions, forecasting and administrative controls.

The scheduler will also perform data entry & control using complex software skills . JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Completes production planning based on forecasting, customer demand and production constraints via excel based system and/Plex systems.

* Reviews and interprets production reports related to open orders and daily schedule.

Adjusts schedules as needed.

Reviews needs and findings availability for daily schedule variances and future needs.

* Communicates with, Production, Purchasing, Shipping, Customer Service and all other departments to exchange pertinent information.

Sends/answers communications in a timely manner * Follows through with operations to properly execute PPAP's and shipper events and ensures compliance and timely execution.

* Regularly monitors and reports on progress to plan.

Proactively addresses problems & recommends and initiates corrective actions.

* Reviews master schedule with Process Manager(s)s and supervisors on a daily basis.

* Communicates and interacts effectively with department employees, Plant Manager, support services and all levels of management to ensure smooth operation of the process.

. JOB REQUIREMENTS: The following pages describe the skills and requirements needed for the position of Materials Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES: * Completes production planning based on forecasting, customer demand and production constraints via excel based system and/Plex systems.

* Reviews and interprets production reports related to open orders and daily schedule.

Adjusts schedules as needed.

Reviews needs and findings availability for daily schedule variances and future needs.

* Communicates with, Production, Purchasing, Shipping, Customer Service and all other departments to exchange pertinent information.

Sends/answers communications in a timely manner * Follows through with operations to properly execute PPAP's and shipper events and ensures compliance and timely execution.

* Regularly monitors and reports on progress to plan.

Proactively addresses problems & recommends and initiates corrective actions.

* Reviews master schedule with Process Manager(s)s and supervisors on a daily basis.

* Communicates and interacts effectively with department employees, Plant Manager, support services and all levels of management to ensure smooth operation of the process.

EDUCATION: * Bachelors required or Associates Degree and 3-4 years' experience in similar or related field * APICS certification is preferred.

EXPERIENCE * Experience in a manufacturing environment required * Well-versed with the traditional as well as advanced methods used in inventory control * Proficient in use of MS Excel and Access.

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal