Production Project Scheduler

Bollinger Shipyards; Lockport (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company located in Lockport, LA is looking for an experienced Production Project Scheduler. This role requires overseeing production sequences, assisting in planning fabrication and assembly operations, and developing build strategies with teams. Candidates should have at least 5 years of scheduling experience, proficiency in Primavera P6, and strong communication skills. The company values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production scheduling for manufacturing or fabrication projects.
• Experience with Primavera P6 scheduling software.
• Shipbuilding and Earned Value Management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage workflow according to manufacturing sequences and lead times.
• Assist in planning fabrication and assembly operations.
• Prepare production reports and track project progress.
• Develop build strategies with production management teams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Proficiency in MS Office

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job Title: Production Project Scheduler

Location: Lockport, LA

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Production Project Scheduler to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the workflow for departments and operations according to established manufacturing sequences and lead times. This role involves assisting in planning sequences for fabrication, assembly, and installation operations, as well as preparing production reports and developing build strategies with production and project management teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage workflow for departments and operations based on established manufacturing sequences and lead times.
• Assist in planning fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations to guide production workers.
• Confer with department supervisors to determine the status of assigned projects.
• Prepare production reports and update customers' quarterly reviews.
• Support the development of build strategies with production and project management teams.
• Provide schedule dates for the MRP process to ensure timely material procurement.
• Track the physical progress of project activities and area workstation process results.
• Plan and review daily station activities with supervisors.
• Report progress, tracking results, and schedule projections to production supervision.
• Develop recovery plans as needed in collaboration with production supervision.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in preparing production schedules for industrial manufacturing and/or fabrication projects.
• Experience with Primavera P6 scheduling software is required; MS Project experience is a plus.
• Shipbuilding and Earned Value Management (EVM) experience is a plus.

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to organize and multi-task multiple projects effectively.
• Proficient in utilizing basic computer software (MS Office applications).

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.