Automotive Production Scheduler | JIT, BOM & Launch Lead

Launching Point; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Launching Point is seeking a Master Scheduler with automotive manufacturing experience to manage scheduling, material flow, and BOM maintenance for existing and new programs. You will monitor customer releases and align production lines to ensure timely delivery and Just-in-Time material flow.

Responsibilities include developing production schedules, coordinating shipping, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, cost reductions, and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in Automotive Manufacturing plant.
• Broad based supply chain management and process development knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership skills.
• PC software skills and Strong MRP/ERP knowledge.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands.
• Excellent time management skills and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Process customer releases and monitor changes to releases.
• Develops production schedules for products in the manufacturing facility.
• Coordinate with customer shipping and delivery schedules.
• Work closely with customers, team leaders, Quality Engineers, Logistics personnel, etc. to determine daily production requirements.
• Support new product/program launches.
• Assist with maintaining Bill of Materials.
• Formalizes sales and operations planning data.
• Monitor material inventories, track progress of production and reviews factors that affect schedules.
• Parameters drive inventory levels with manufacturing unit.
• Lead improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Complies with all Company Safety policies, procedures and rules.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Prioritization

Time management

Customer focus

Broad supply chain knowledge

Process development knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MRP/ERP knowledge

Job description

Launching Point is seeking a Master Scheduler with automotive manufacturing experience to manage scheduling, material flow, and BOM maintenance for existing and new programs. You will monitor customer releases and align production lines to ensure timely delivery and Just-in-Time material flow.

Responsibilities include developing production schedules, coordinating shipping, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, cost reductions, and adherence to safety policies.