Production Planner / Scheduler

Metal Processing Group, an Affiliate of The Heico Companies; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Metal Processing Group is seeking a production scheduling professional in Irwindale, CA to plan and manage manufacturing workflows. The role involves prioritizing orders, analyzing capacity, and coordinating with supervisors to maintain on-time shipping commitments.

Candidates should have at least two years in manufacturing planning, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of progressive manufacturing experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Ability to consolidate data into concise presentations and reports.

Responsibilities

• Draws up master schedule to establish sequence and lead times.
• Analyzes production specs and plant capacity to determine requirements.
• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation.
• Conducts short and long-term planning to optimize plans.
• Expedites operations to meet changes and unforeseen conditions.
• Prepares production reports and inventories.
• Runs and processes production cards and tags.

Skills

Production scheduling

Analytical thinking

Communication

Decision making under pressure

Data consolidation

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

The Position

Plans and establishes production schedules. Monitors the materials, inventories, tracks progress of production, and reviews factors which affect schedules by performing the following duties.

Job Description

• Draws up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
• Analyzes production specifications and plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements.
• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.
• Conducts both short and long-term planning to optimize sales and manufacturing plans.
• Anticipates and recognizes changes in season sales and manufacturing efforts to meet customer demand.
• Manages consigned inventory.
• Confers with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Prepares production reports.
• Provide accurate physical inventories as required.
• Provide productivity analysis as required.
• Runs and processes all production cards and tags.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of progressive manufacturing experience, preferably in production, or a related industry.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to consolidate data into concise presentations and reports.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure; ability to prioritize and organize effectively; ability to show judgment and initiative.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Be able to sit for long periods.
• Able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Able to lift, push, or pull up to 15 lbs.
• Authorized to work for any employer in the US.

Pay: $32 to $40/hr, depending on experience.

Key Competencies

• Analytical - Collects and researches data. Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Oral Communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions.
• Innovation - Develops innovative approaches and ideas.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.

EOE M/F/D/V