Plant Scheduler - Corrugated Packaging & ERP

ARSAN International Consulting Group; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Plant Scheduler for its Corrugated Products Division. In this role, you will manage production schedules, coordinate processes across departments, and ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of relevant experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in production scheduling software. This position calls for excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, with bilingual skills in English and Spanish being preferred. Join us in creating an efficient and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production scheduling or related role.
• Proficient in production scheduling software.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules for timely orders.
• Coordinate with teams to minimize downtime.
• Serve as the point of contact for scheduling issues.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving skills

Familiarity with lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Production scheduling software

ERP systems

Job description

As a Plant Scheduler for our client's Corrugated Products Division, you will play a key role in ensuring efficient production processes and on-time delivery of our high-quality corrugated products. You will be responsible for developing and managing production schedules, coordinating with various departments, and optimizing workflow to meet customer demands while maintaining operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in production scheduling or a related role within the manufacturing industry, especially with corrugated products or packaging.
• Bilingual English/Spanish: Professional Level

Training and Specific Skills:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in production scheduling software and ERP systems.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and practices is a plus.

Special Requirements:

• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills, precise report creation, presentation skills, and good listening skills.
• Initiative: Proactive problem-solving, seeking new responsibilities, and generating new ideas.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Strong relationship-building skills, flexibility, and effective negotiation skills.
• Customer Service: Building customer confidence, meeting achievable customer expectations, taking responsibility for resolving customer problems, ensuring commitments are met, soliciting customer opinions and ideas, and responding to internal customers.
• Quality Focus: Attention to detail, commitment to excellence, continuous improvement mindset.
• Productivity Focus: Prioritizing tasks, developing efficient work procedures, managing time and resources effectively, and managing information flow.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Production Scheduling: Develop and maintain detailed production schedules to ensure timely completion of orders, balancing workload across machines and shifts.
• Resource Allocation: Coordinate with production, maintenance, and inventory teams to allocate resources effectively and minimize downtime.
• Order Management: Review and prioritize customer orders based on delivery deadlines, production capacity, and material availability.
• Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the production floor and sales/customer service teams to provide updates on order status and address any scheduling issues.
• Inventory Control: Monitor raw material and finished goods inventory levels, coordinating with the procurement team to ensure adequate supply and minimize excess inventory.
• Data Analysis: Analyze production data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency.
• Problem Solving: Address scheduling conflicts, equipment breakdowns, and other disruptions promptly to minimize impact on production.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to process optimization and cost reduction efforts.

Our client is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.