Associate Production Scheduler

C5ISR (Gichner Systems Group, Inc.); Dallastown (York County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Production Scheduler to balance customer demand with production capabilities. This role involves maintaining the production schedule, entering new orders, and communicating effectively with various departments. The ideal candidate will have experience with MRP systems and possess strong communication skills. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will enhance operational efficiency and support continuous improvement initiatives. If you have a knack for problem-solving and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in production scheduling.
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the production schedule via the MRP system.
• Communicate the schedule and exceptions to the factory and management.

Skills

Communication Skills

MRP/ERP System Knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite

Problem-Solving

Education

BS/BA Degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

To balance customer demand expectations with production capabilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Enters new orders and maintains the production schedule via the MRP system.


• Assists with updating the product line report for the revised sales forecast.


• Assists with generating monthly schedules to meet customer order deliveries.


• Effectively communicates the schedule and exceptions to the factory and management.


• Releases manufacturing work orders, daily, via MRP to configuration for shop floor and stockroom distribution.


• Works closely with procurement production planning engineering manufacturing to ensure functional department deliverables support the schedule.


• Provides feedback / solutions to management where inadequate dates support the schedule.


• May participate in Process Improvement Teams (PIT) and may recommend continuous improvements.

Other Job Functions

• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Keyword: Associate, Production, Scheduler, DoD, Shelter
Required Experience:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.

Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.

Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.

Ability to adhere to workplace rules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

BS/BA degree desired but not required.

3-5 years of relevant work experience.

Microsoft Office Suite (including Project).

Experience with MRP/ERP System Knowledge.

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Office environment.

Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.

Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).

Ability to lift iup to 10 pounds.

From: Kratos Defense