Production Planner / Scheduler - Aluminum division

Le Sueur Inc.; Le Sueur, Charlottesville (MN, VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Production Scheduler to enhance their operational efficiency. This role involves creating and managing production schedules, utilizing ERP and planning software to align resources and ensure timely completion of production goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production scheduling, effective decision-making abilities, and excellent communication skills. With a focus on collaboration across departments, this position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the company's success. Join a team that values career advancement and offers industry-leading benefits, making this an exciting opportunity for growth.

Benefits

Generous medical/dental insurance plan

Flexible PTO/UTO policy

401k with company match

Paid Holidays

Company-paid Short-term disability

Employee assistance plan

Career advancement

Formal leadership development

Education reimbursement program

Employee events

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in production scheduling.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage production schedules to optimize efficiency.
• Monitor daily production results and revise schedules as needed.

Skills

Decision-making

Effective time management

Good communication skills

MS Office

Excel Spreadsheet competency

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Planning and scheduling software

Database tools

Job description

1st Shift Mon- Fri 7:00 am- 3:30 pm

Position Summary:

The Production Scheduler is responsible for creating and managing production schedules to optimize efficiency, align resources, and ensure timely completion of production goals.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Utilizes ERP systems, planning and scheduling software, or other database tools to develop and maintain master schedules and generate reporting.
• Monitors daily production results and revises scheduling responsive to changes in the flow of materials, designs, equipment, or other resources.
• Gathers data from internal teams to incorporate materials, inventories, resource availability, and delivery commitments into schedules.
• Work on production job completions and be involved in inventory reconciliations and reporting.
• Utilizes knowledge of production specifications, manufacturing processes, materials availability, and application of mathematical planning tools to develop a plan.
• Monitors status of production results and prepares reports on results against plan.
• Provides effective communication across cross-functional departments as it pertains to production flow.
• Willingly modifies work schedule and duties to accommodate Company needs.
• All other duties as assigned.
• May require successful completion of specific education, training, or certifications.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Minimum Education: High School diploma

Preferred Education: Associates or Bachelor's degree

Minimum Skills/Experience: 2 or more years of relevant experience. Decision-making, effective time management, and good communication skills, plus MS Office and a high degree of excel Spreadsheet competency.

Preferred Skills/Experience: Above plus 5 or more years of relevant experience and thorough knowledge of company manufacturing operations.

Functional Requirements

Routinely able to:

• Carry up to 10 pounds a minimal distance of 100 feet
• Walk multiple distances of up to 300 feet
• Reach forward, less than 90° shoulder flexion
• Sit for prolonged periods of time
• Climb stairs of varying heights
• Bend at trunk
• Crouch
• Reach overhead, over 90° shoulder flexion

Industry Leading Benefits:

• Generous medical/dental insurance plan
• Flexible PTO/UTO policy
• 401k with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Company-paid Short-term disability
• Employee assistance plan
• Career advancement
• Formal leadership development
• Education reimbursement program
• Recognition and awards
• Employee events (fishing contests, Christmas turkeys, potlucks, appreciation meals, and more)