Production Scheduler Job Description template and pdf with duties [2023]

Job summary 1

We're looking for a Production Scheduler. The position is responsible for scheduling all jobs through our cutting, folding, printing, and finishing departments. This includes assisting with establishing processes and timelines that will maximize production and meet customer expectations.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Job summary 2

The Production Scheduler is responsible for converting customer requirements into a manufacturing production schedule while considering inventory levels, shipping schedules, lead times, and staffing constraints to ensure 100% on-time delivery to internal and external customers. This position requires less than 20% travel.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Prepare daily schedules and forecasts to identify any capacity constraints and communicate to Supply Chain Manager, Production Manager, and Production teams
Monitor production schedule and make necessary adjustments to control, maintain, and establish inventory levels
Develop Capacity Sheets for production lines that include production totals, scheduling accuracy, inventory ratio, shift structure, and planned downtime based on customer demand
- Monitor material inventories and review factors which affect schedules
- Coordinate with engineering on any changes by monitoring inventory levels and bank builds
- Alert customer service of any issues in meeting customer requirements on time

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Job summary 3

The Production Scheduler will plan, prepare, issue, and control production schedules and direct material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of goods and materials to meet production requirements. In this role, you will participate in production planning and execution, customer and client interaction, business partnership, systems/data management, and reporting and analysis.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Create and publish daily production plans.
Expedite workflow and coordinate changes in schedules.
Participate in setting master production planning, material requirements planning, and production scheduling metrics targets.
Provide necessary input to supply planner for assigned product or location.
- Maintain data relevant to production scheduling activities including planning calendars, material data, and location data.
- Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
- Coordination of site rail movement.

Requirements & Skills 3

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Minimum of two years of related work experience
Three years of experience with at least one in master production planning, production scheduling, or supply planning

Job summary 4

The Production Scheduler requires superior organization and planning skills to examine customer orders for on-time delivery. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Sourcing they will be accountable for setting daily, weekly, and monthly manufacturing schedules across our brands. They will own the allocation of production orders across a variety of facilities – critical aspects driving this decision include order type, capacity, capabilities, etc. In addition, the scheduler will monitor performance and actively adjust schedules in response to the backlog or bottlenecks. They will identify opportunities to make processes more efficient and cut down on production costs through more effective scheduling.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Create a production schedule based on forecast and customer orders that will ensure complete and on-time delivery.
Create production plans for multiple manufacturing/assembly sites.
Maintains the production schedule for the facilities, reviewing daily to adjust for changes in customer requirements, delays in receiving raw materials, and availability of production equipment, and manpower. Advises appropriate parties of the changes in the schedule.
Reviews monthly forecasts and adjusts master schedules accordingly.
- Confers with departments on production status to determine the progress of assigned production and schedule attainments.
- Maintain data integrity within the ERP system.
- Interface with Distribution Center, Planning/Scheduling, Customer Service, and Production personnel to coordinate the overall manufacturing operation to meet customer ship dates and maintain on-time delivery.

Requirements & Skills 4

The successful candidate will hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and will have at least 5 years of pertinent scheduling experience, preferably in the apparel industry.
5+ years of manufacturing and scheduling experience in a multi-facility environment.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is preferred.
Experience in ERP systems, M3 Infor ERP experience is a plus.
- Superior communication skills both verbal and written.
- Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Proficient in MS Excel, including advanced spreadsheet creation and manipulation.

Job summary 5

The Production Scheduler manages and improves the boat scheduling process to maximize plant efficiency and deliver production smoothing opportunities. The purpose of this position is to sequence and reconcile the production plan daily to ensure a consistent flow schedule.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Daily Level Flow model sequence for production lines
Reconciliation of work orders in the process to ensure reschedules to basecamp are accurate
Feeder department process planning to schedule (rigging, fab-laser, paint, carpet, wood/CNC parts, upholstery)
Prioritize / Schedule delay and make-up boats with a regular flow schedule
Paint Schedule & Rework sequence reconciliation process tie in planning
- Lead time confirmation planning and adjustments
- LTO review and adjustments as necessary
- Communicate information updates regularly to production leadership team

Requirements & Skills 5

Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Ability to verbally & electronically communicate and plan with multiple departments campus-wide
Ability to organize thoughts and communicate a plan
Ability to troubleshoot and reconcile when challenges or issues arise
Ability to develop written standard work including SOPs and instructions a team can follow
- Ability to continuously improve the process and effectiveness
- Ability to expose issues and develop countermeasures to improve
- Adapts easily to a changing schedule and plan

Job summary 6

The Production Scheduler effectively schedules orders through all production processes in the most efficient manner possible. An in-depth knowledge of the processes and products is required to accurately load machines and labor based on order requirements while achieving world-class performance.

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Requirements & Skills 6

Associates Degree Preferred
2-4 years scheduling experience
Minimum two years experience in large-scale manufacturing/production
Must be highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook. SAP or other equivalent ERP software knowledge is a must
- High level of interpersonal skills
- Good to excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
- Excellent telephone and oral communication skills.

Job summary 7

We are hiring a Production Scheduler. The Production Scheduler is responsible for creating and scheduling work orders for production The Production Scheduler will support growth by developing detailed production schedules and leading efforts to optimize asset utilization while delivering superior internal customer satisfaction. To be successful, this individual will be required to be detailed-oriented, data-driven, self-motivated, cost-conscious, respectful, and works well in a complex but dynamic team environment.

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Job summary 8

Our fast-growing, technologically-driven manufacturing firm is seeking a Production Scheduler. This position will provide the successful candidate with the chance to formulate, plan, and direct production schedules within our plant network. The person will have the ability to determine and maintain a production schedule that efficiently utilizes all available resources to meet customer demand while also maintaining optimal inventory levels. Therefore, she or he must demonstrate effective communication skills, high knowledge of manufacturing processes, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate and resolve capacity and material issues to enhance plant performance and customer service.

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Job summary 9

The Production Scheduler position is responsible for ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient component schedules to the assigned production areas. They will engage with production leadership and work in cross-functional teams to ensure accurate inventories, plan daily schedules, and make quick and necessary adjustments to meet daily production needs. Responsibilities include developing the production schedules, analyzing data, supervising floor personnel as needed, and providing meaningful feedback to plant leadership. Proficiency will be accomplished through on-the-job training, formal training, and planned job rotation.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Monitor production as well as inventories and communicate updates, issues, and changes across the cross-functional teams.
Make changes to the production schedule to avoid/minimize downtime and curing losses.
Provide critical information to members of the department at shift change either through verbal or written means.
Perform supervisory duties as necessary to help facilitate and resolve problems.
- Must be able to comply with flexible work hours.
- May take either physical and/or electronic inventories of components, carcasses, and/or green tires and complete adjustments as required.
- May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description. Performs other various duties.

Requirements & Skills 9

High School Diploma or GED.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
Basic mathematical skills.
Display leadership abilities and an aptitude for GTD.
Good communication & problem-solving skills.
- Previous scheduling or Supervisory experience.
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree.
- Previous manufacturing experience or comparable work environment.

Job summary 10

The Production Scheduler is responsible for providing strategic direction for planning for the production operation by the vision and values of the corporation.

Production Scheduler Job Description