Senior Production Scheduler

Job#: 2042607

Job Description:

Senior Production Scheduler

We have an opening for a Senior Production Scheduler at our Eminence, KY location. This position is responsible for setting up, monitoring, and maintaining the master production schedule for all assigned value streams to ensure production plans are achieved. The individual will analyze the loading and scheduling of materials to optimize machine efficiency, set-ups, and inventory levels, and maintain stellar delivery performance by verifying orders are completed on time and in full.

SCHEDULING

• Daily and weekly finite schedules and plans are distributed and verified for adherence.
• Inventory levels and machine order levels are balanced to efficiently and optimally achieve order completion on time and in full.
• The weekly and monthly capacities by value stream are controlled and optimized.
• On-time delivery goals are met.
• The needs of the customer are consistently met.
• Inventory accuracy is maintained through best practices for inventory management, including cycle counts and shipping/receiving verification of raw materials.

COMMUNICATION AND LEADERSHIP

• All schedules and changes that impact product flow are communicated to appropriate personnel.
• Inter-company communication is effective and performed in a professional manner.
• Positively influences all directions in the organization, including direct reports, peers, and vertically to help the department achieve its goals.

PROCESS AND PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrates knowledge of capacities, cycles, and bottlenecks for the value streams.
• Demonstrates knowledge of material flow and product types to best optimize performance.
• Becomes the PMK (person most knowledgeable) of the scheduling and inventory systems and tools to make the voice of the customer visible to the plant floor.
• Ability to handle backup work from the other Production Schedulers is demonstrated.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• The candidate’s actions reflect the department’s vision, mission, and values.
• Regular utilization of lean tools and daily management systems to make problems visible.
• Utilizes root cause problem solving to ensure problems do not return.
• Evidence of attempts to maximize and improve work efficiency is shown.
• Evidence of continued education is demonstrated.

• B.S. degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience. Lean or Six Sigma training is a plus.

• 7+ years in manufacturing and/or Supply Chain

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.