Production Scheduler

Corsicana Mattress Company; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Corsicana Mattress Company in Corsicana, TX, seeks a Production Scheduler to coordinate production across multiple facilities, aiming for 90% on-time delivery by leveraging the carrier fleet first and then external carriers at competitive rates.

The role aligns schedules with plant capacity, reserves capacity for e-commerce and freight, and collaborates with Purchasing and Plant Managers to meet deadlines and maintain cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing or transportation roles.
• Experience coordinating production and freight.
• Knowledge of DOT rules and driver HOS beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Align production schedules with plant capacity and delivery commitments.
• Reserve capacity for e-commerce and freight demand.
• Prioritize orders by delivery date before routing production.
• Confirm raw material availability with Purchasing before scheduling.
• Collaborate with Plant Managers to meet lead times.
• Review schedules for conflicts before release.
• Identify opportunities to reduce freight costs.
• Communicate production issues to teams and departments.
• Use TMS to communicate with carriers and update routes.

Skills

TMS proficiency

ERP systems familiarity

MS Office

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree or higher in applicable field

Tools

TMS (Transportation Management System)

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title:

Production Scheduler.

Classification:

Exempt.

Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range:

Salary position commensurate with prior experience paid bi-weekly.

Reports to:

Senior Logistics Manager.

Date:

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Summary/Objective

The Production Scheduler coordinates production across multiple facilities to maximize crew efficiency and build cost-effective loads. The role targets 90% on time delivery by leveraging the dedicated carrier fleet first then securing external carriers at rates below market.

Essential Functions

• Align production schedules with plant capacity while meeting customer delivery commitments.
• Ensure production schedules reserve sufficient capacity for both e-commerce and freight demand.
• Prioritize customer orders by delivery date and appointment requirements before building routes and scheduling production.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to confirm raw material availability before creating production schedules.
• Partner with Plant Managers to ensure production schedule lead time requirements are met.
• Review production schedules for delivery conflicts before releasing them to production.
• Identify and prioritize opportunities to reduce freight costs.
• Communicate production issues promptly to plant teams and other departments.
• Leverage Transportation Management System to digitally communicate with carriers, update all route changes and create production schedules through data integration processes.

Competencies

• Ability to quickly learn and become proficient in new software platforms, including TMS and ERP systems.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills for engaging with internal and external customers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities calmly in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Supervisory Responsibility

n/a.

Work Environment

Work environment is typical office with sitting 8 hours per day with occasional mobility, using multi-screen computer and systems, communicating with vendors and other departments through email, MS Teams and phone.

Physical Demands

Physical demands are limited, but could include lifting up to 10 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

Salary position working 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day within 6:30am-6:00pm window (typically 8:00am–5:00pm) with occasional after hours or weekend responsibilities.

Travel

n/a.

Required Education And Experience

5+ years of related manufacturing or transportation position(s) and/or associate's degree or higher in applicable field.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Knowledge of transportation and basic DOT rules with an understanding of driver HOS is beneficial.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if Applicable)

n/a.

AAP/EEO Statement

Corsicana Mattress Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Corsicana Mattress Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Corsicana Mattress Company expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Corsican Mattress Company employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.