Manufacturing Scheduling Associate (Corporate)-Gaffney, SC

Hamrick's; Pleasant Meadows (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamrick's Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Scheduling Associate to analyze sales input and assign production dozens to styles within the company’s own product line.

You will coordinate fabric allocation, scheduling details, and production scales to ensure sewing plants receive precise instructions. The role works closely with the VP of Manufacturing, Sourcing Manager, sewing plant vendors, and fabric vendors to resolve scheduling and production issues.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to numerical accuracy and detail.
• Ability to understand yields and evaluate fabric quantities for production needs.
• Ability to recognize discrepancies and adjust accordingly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for scheduling data entry, tracking, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze sales input and assign production dozens across styles within the company’s own product line.
• Break down fabric requirements and allocate fabric to styles based on quantities and yields.
• Prepare and send accurate production breakdowns and scale information to sewing plants.
• Obtain information from fabric vendors to support scheduling and fabric allocation decisions.
• Identify practical solutions to production, fabric, and system-related problems.
• Maintain accurate scheduling records and supporting documentation.
• Receive, evaluate, and communicate plant concerns and requests for assistance.
• Escalate delays, special orders, fabric problems, and urgent matters to management.
• Exercise sound judgment in daily scheduling decisions within guidelines.
• Keep management informed of significant issues or changes impacting schedules.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

Attention to detail

Scheduling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

AS400

PLM systems

Job description

Vacation Pay (based on eligibility guidelines)

The Manufacturing Scheduling Associate is responsible for analyzing sales input and assigning production quantities, or dozens, to styles within the company's privately owned product line. This position coordinates the placement of production scales, fabric allocation, and scheduling information to ensure sewing plants receive accurate and timely instructions to manufacture products according to company requirements.

The role begins with the assignment of dozens to individual styles and continues through scale development, fabric breakdowns, communication with assigned sewing plants, and production tracking. The associate works closely with the Vice President of Manufacturing, Sourcing Manager, sewing plant vendors, and fabric vendors to resolve scheduling, fabric, and production-related issues.

Responsibilities

Analyze sales input and assign production dozens across styles within the company's own product line.

Break down fabric requirements and allocate fabric to the appropriate styles based on assigned production quantities and required yields.

Prepare and send accurate production breakdowns and scale information to assigned sewing plants.

Obtain and interpret information from fabric vendors to support scheduling and fabric allocation decisions.

Help identify practical solutions to production, fabric, and system-related problems.

Maintain accurate and current scheduling records and supporting documentation.

Recieve, evaluate, and communicate plant concerns, questions, and requests for assistance.

Escalate production delays, special-order concerns, fabric problems, and other urgent matters immediately to the appropriate management personnel.

Excercise sound judgment when making routine daily scheduling decisions within established guidelines.

Keep management informed of significant issues, changes, or delays that may affect production schedules or special orders.

Perform other related duties assigned by the Vice President of Manufacturing or Sourcing Manager.

Qualifications

Strong attention to numerical accuracy and detail.

Ability to understand yields and evaluate how fabric quantities support production needs.

Ability to recognize discrepancies, identify potential problems, and make appropriate adjustments.

Ability to use Microsoft Excel for scheduling data entry, tracking, and report generation.

Ability to maintain and interpret production tracking reports to anticipate when plants require scales.

Ability to explain production problems and plant requirements to the Sourcing Department.

Ability navigate the AS400 to research styles, colors, scales, hangtags, and salesman sample information.

Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers and management while remaining focused on independent assignments.

Required Experience

Ability to work accurately with numbers for extended periods.

Ability to follow detailed instructions, apply established procedures, and make routine decisiond independently.

Ability to communicate clearly and professionallywith internal departments and external vendors.

Basic proficency in arithmetic, including mulitiplication, division, percentages, and working with a calculator or APP.

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

No additional formal education or prior manufacturing scheduling experience required; relevant experience may be beneficial.

Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and use Microsoft Excel, AS400, and PLM systems.

Hamrick's is a family-owned retailer with 81 years of excellence in providing value-driven merchandise to our loyal customers. We take pride in offering a wide range of quality products, from apparel to footwear, while maintaining our commitment to superior customer service.

Founded In 1945, Hamrick's currently operates at 21 locations in 5 states. Our core value of Great Brands and Incredible Prices Is successful due to our Great Teams and Incredible People, people just like you!

We have a promotion from within philosophy that fosters an environment of learning and growth where each employee can reach their highest potential. Hamrick's is growing and our success provides advancement opportunities in our stores and in our corporate office.

At Hamrick's we value our culture of honesty, integrity, and respect for each other. We are closed for business on Sundays to provide our team members with a better work life balance. We offer competitive wages, flexibility, and fair expectations for our employees.

Join our team and contribute to a legacy of success as we celebrate our 80th year!!