What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scheduler position at Careers?
SCHEDULER
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for daily corrugator production schedule based on incoming orders and customer requirements. Works closely with customer service to meet customer requirements. Monitors inventory levels of roll stock and coordinates deliveries of inbound roll stock.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION:
- Description
- Schedule the corrugator production by reviewing incoming orders continually throughout the day.
- Includes working with Operations / Plant Managers to insure an efficient schedule that also meets customer demands.
- Monitor roll stock inventory levels for on-site inventory as well as off-site warehouse inventory on a daily basis.
- Create purchase orders for direct roll stock purchases. Monitor on-time delivery of orders.
- Coordinate daily release schedules for off-site warehouse inventory deliveries.
- Manage aged roll stock
- Coordinate setting up new roll stock grade codes. Maintaining the roll stock paper price database.
- Coordinate any outside sales of roll stock and work closely with accounting to invoice customers on a timely basis.
- Assist with month end inventory reconciliation of roll stock.
- Regular and predictable attendance is required.
OTHER SIGNIFICANTJOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE
- Close communication with customer service for order changes, cancellations, etc. in order to meet customer expectations.
- Close communication with tower lead man/Plant Manager on any changes to the production schedule or special customer needs.
- Coordinate with shipping department for off-site warehouse pick-ups on daily basis.
- Additional duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- High School diploma required.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
- Two or more years of related scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Inventory Control experience.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
- Basic Math Skills
- Ability to multi-task and handle stressful situations in a fast paced environment.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Customer Service Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills (verbal and written)
- Detail Oriented and ability to be flexible and solve problems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Requires sitting and ability to use a keyboard for a large part of each day. Also, requires ability to look at a computer monitor for much of the day. Walking between the office and the corrugator.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Loud noise level due to manufacturing environment. When required to be in the plant, there could be extreme temperature changes (depending on outside weather). Safety glasses and hearing protection are required.
OTHER INFORMATION
The essential job functions and major job functions are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the job functions that an individual will be required or expected to perform.
Position Descriptions may be changed or revised by the Company from time to time at its sole discretion.