Production Scheduler jobs in Birmingham, AL

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Kevin Johnson

Direct Reports: N/A

Summary

We are seeking a skilled and organized Production Scheduler to join our team at Birmingham Fastener. The Production Scheduler plays a crucial role in optimizing our production process by creating detailed schedules, coordinating resources, and ensuring timely completion of manufacturing tasks. The individual will be responsible for overseeing the production schedule, monitoring progress, and communicating with various departments to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow.

Essential Functions/Duties

1. Develop and maintain comprehensive production schedules based on customer orders.
2. Provide sales with lead times that they can communicate to customers.
3. Collaborate with various departments to allocate resources effectively and ensure a seamless flow of materials and information.
4. Ensuring prompt responses to production issues.
5. Identify opportunities to process improvement and actively contribute to the continuous development efforts.
6. Utilizing software to generate reports and schedules.
7. Ensuring the timely completion of company deadlines.

Competencies

1. Proficient in production scheduling.
2. Skillful in managing and prioritizing multiple tasks.
3. Demonstrates computer and software proficiency.
4. Capability of generating and comprehending reports to facilitate informed production decisions.
5. Shows a strong commitment to advancing the organization and supporting the production team.
6. Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Physical/Cognitive Demands

This is largely a sedentary role; however, walking long distances (over uneven surfaces) to/within our production facility is required. Position also requires the ability to lift boxes, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Cognitive abilities required include deductive reasoning, information ordering, oral comprehension, oral expression, problem sensitivity, written comprehension, and written expression.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Required Education and Experience

1. 5 years of production scheduling
2. Experience with production scheduling software

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.