Onsite Production Scheduler & Material Planner

ABB Inc.; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Inc. in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Buyer/Planner to develop production schedules, manage material flow, and coordinate with production and suppliers to meet delivery promises.

The role emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and data-driven decision making to keep production rolling. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a technical or business field, 3+ years in materials planning, and strong MS Office and ERP/MRP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or applicable technical field.
• 3+ years' experience in a materials acquisition/planning role.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization abilities in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and distribute production work packages and shipment schedules. Review documents, such as production schedules, work order shortages, need to order reports and open purchase order reports and to obtain information, such as materials, priorities, and personnel requirements
• Lead the Service section of the daily Gemba walk. Confer daily with department supervisors to determine progress of work and completion dates
• Compile reports on inventory levels, costs, and issues with production and purchased parts. Maintain system files and provide customers/customer service with status updates relative to production schedules and ship date promises
• Coordinate material needs directly with Production and outside supplier personnel to ensure proper material flow to meet production schedules
• Communicate with facility personnel and customers to coordinate processing and shipping requirements and resolution of service issues

Skills

MS Office Suite

Project management

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management or technical field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ABB Inc. in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Buyer/Planner to develop production schedules, manage material flow, and coordinate with production and suppliers to meet delivery promises.

The role emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and data-driven decision making to keep production rolling. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a technical or business field, 3+ years in materials planning, and strong MS Office and ERP/MRP knowledge.