SRGA6
Located in:
Grand Rapids, MI
Pay: $25-$30/hour, based on experience
Job Full Description:
A growing manufacturing company is seeking a highly organized and analytical contract Production Scheduler to manage shop orders, production schedules, and outside processing operations. This full-time position plays a critical role in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and with optimal efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of MRP systems, production workflows, and capacity planning, along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
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Create, release, monitor, and close shop orders to maintain adequate inventory levels and support production needs
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Schedule staff and equipment across production departments, minimizing changeovers and balancing workloads by combining similar job types when possible
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Manage all outside processing operations, including coordinating orders for painting, logos, coatings, polishing, and other outsourced services
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Audit outside processing to ensure systems align with actual quantities at vendor locations
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Perform capacity planning and update weekly capacity charts to identify overloads or opportunities for outsourcing
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Maintain and manage sub-inventories and ensure inventory accuracy of work-in-progress (WIP)
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Monitor and respond to MRP exception messages for material requirements
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Analyze and report inventory discrepancies and take corrective action as needed
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Evaluate newly released sales orders to determine feasibility of meeting requested ship dates
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Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve scheduling, material, or quality issues
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Coordinate with Quality and Purchasing teams to manage material rejections and resolutions
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Maintain accurate inventory records, support cycle counts, and process adjustments
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Review and process Engineering Change Orders and Order Change Notices efficiently
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Track and report on scheduling and inventory-related KPIs
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Attend team and production meetings as required
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Perform other duties as assigned
Schedule: 1st shift, Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4pm, Contract
Job Experience
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2–4 years of experience in a production scheduling or planning role
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Strong knowledge of MRP systems and Just-in-Time (JIT) principles
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
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Understanding of manufacturing methods, production workflows, and purchasing procedures
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Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
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Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities
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High attention to detail and organizational ability in a fast-paced environment
Job Education
Associate degree or equivalent education and work experience required
Grand Rapids, MI
Susan Delauter
Susan.Delauter@SRGexpress.com
616-608-9681
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