Manufacturing Scheduler-- On Site

Sussex IM

Sussex (WI)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sussex IM in Sussex, WI seeks a Manufacturing Scheduler on site to organize and complete production scheduling under the Production Planning Manager. You will coordinate work orders with people, equipment, and materials to meet due dates and learn related manufacturing functions.

This role emphasizes prioritizing schedules across departments, monitoring materials, communicating delays to Customer Service, and assisting with backup reporting. A bachelor's degree and ERP experience are preferred.

Qualifications

6+ years scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience in using ERP systems efficiently.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain a daily 24-hour production schedule, assigning production orders to presses.
Maximize use of presses, equipment and personnel to meet customer due dates.
Oversee distribution of work orders and label preparation for current jobs on the floor.
Proactively notify Customer Service when orders may be delayed and align delivery expectations.
Monitor raw material and supply levels and adjust the schedule to prevent disruptions.
Collaborate with all departments to prioritize the schedule and communicate needs during daily meetings.
Assist with backup production reporting, ensuring accurate daily records and month-end reports.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Independent work

Pressure tolerance

Problem solving

Basic math

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

At Sussex IM, our people are everything. We believe that a strong culture rooted in trust, accountability, and teamwork is the foundation for long-term success. That’s why we invest in our employees with hands-on training, advancement opportunities, and a work environment that values safety, integrity, and open communication.

We’re proud to be a plastic injection molding company where people come to build careers, not just punch a clock.

Manufacturing Scheduler - On Site

Summary of Position

Under the general direction of the Production Planning Manager, responsible for the efficient organization and completion of production scheduling. Coordinates work orders with personnel, equipment, and materials to ensure that all customers’ due dates are met. Responsible for learning various duties related to production reports, scheduling, and other manufacturing functions.

This role carries five core accountabilities:

Creates and maintains a daily 24-hour frozen production schedule, assigning production orders to the appropriate presses in close coordination with the manufacturing group.
Maximizes use of presses, secondary equipment, and personnel by scheduling machinery efficiently to meet customer due dates.
Oversees proper distribution of work orders and label preparation for all current jobs on the manufacturing floor.

2. Update Customer Service on Delayed Orders

Proactively notifies Customer Service whenever an order is at risk of being delayed, so customer-facing teams can communicate accurately and in a timely manner with customers.
Works with Customer Service to confirm delivery expectations stay aligned with the production schedule.

3. Monitor Supply Levels & Adjust Schedule

Monitors raw material and supply levels and adjusts the production schedule as needed to prevent disruptions.
Verifies that all necessary raw materials and equipment are available in-house to run jobs as scheduled, working with the Buyer, Warehouse Manager, and Customer Service.
Works with the Maintenance Manager to ensure equipment is available when needed.

4. Collaborate & Communicate Across Departments to Prioritize Schedule

Collaborates and communicates with all departments to prioritize and align the production schedule.
Establishes strong working relationships with other departments to maintain effective communication about raw material, equipment, and personnel availability.
Leads scheduling-related communication at daily meetings, including shift hand-offs and the mid-day PIT meeting.

5. Assist with Backup Production Reporting

Assists with backup production reporting, ensuring accurate daily production records that summarize production quantities and scrap levels.
Maintains production standards set by Engineering and works to rectify any discrepancies.
Follows up on identified inconsistencies with shift managers and production coordinators.
Compiles and distributes daily and weekly reports, closes out orders for each prior month, and runs the month-end report in a backup duty.

Additional Responsibilities

Learns, practices, and supports 5S to assist the Company in the continuous improvement process.
Maintains a safe working environment to minimize the possibility of injury. Always acts in a safe manner and ensures that those around him/her do not put themselves or others at risk. Reports any unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
Performs other related duties and assignments as assigned or required.

Required Education, Credentials, & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Job Specification

Minimum of 6+ years’ scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Experience in using ERP systems efficiently

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Uses excellent interpersonal communication techniques to collaborate with subordinates and/or co-workers. Is courteous and helpful when interacting with fellow employees.
Ability to lead and work independently.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in basic math.
Multi-tasking ability in a fast-paced, high demand environment.
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance