Production Scheduler

ABB; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a detail-oriented Production Scheduler to generate and maintain a detailed production schedule based on the production plan. You will execute daily MRP to align production requirements with capacity and material availability, and release manufacturing work orders to meet delivery dates.

The role requires strong MS Office skills, SAP/ERP experience, and effective communication across all organizational levels.

Qualifications

• Self-driven and result-oriented mindset with the ability to take initiative.
• Solution-focused approach and sound decision-making skills, especially under pressure.
• Resilient and resourceful, able to move forward step by step when facing challenges.
• Open-minded and enthusiastic about continuous improvement and innovation.
• Proactive team player with strong collaboration skills.
• MS Office skills are a must.
• Experience with Production Planning in SAP or in another ERP-system is beneficial.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a detailed production schedule from the production plan.
• Execute daily plant-level Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) to meet production delivery schedules.
• Establish sequence and lead times of each operation to meet master schedule/plan.
• Monitor schedule adherence, identify root causes for deviation, and implement follow-up improvements.
• Release manufacturing work orders.

Skills

Production planning

MS Office

Communication

Collaboration

Initiative

Problem solving

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Americas Region Operational Excellence Project Director__In this role, you will have the opportunity to generate a detailed production schedule based on the production plan to maximize the use of resources and meet established production specifications and schedules. Each day, you will feed information on production capacity issues and material availability. You will also showcase your expertise by releasing manufacturing work orders.The work model for the role is: OnsiteYou will be mainly accountable for:Creating and maintaining a detailed production schedule from the production plan.Executing daily, plant-level Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) to create and manage production requirements to meet the production delivery schedules.Establishing sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipment dates per the master schedule/plan.Monitoring schedule adherence, identifying key root causes for deviation, and taking follow-up improvement action.Our team dynamicsYou will join a supportive and high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.Qualifications for the roleIt is important that you have a self-driven and result-oriented mindset with the ability to take initiativeSolution-focused approach and sound decision-making skills, especially under pressure are relevantResilient and resourceful – it is vital that you able to move forward step by step when facing challengesOpen-minded and enthusiastic about continuous improvement and innovationIt is essential that you are a proactive team player with strong collaboration skillsMS Office skills are a must. Experience with Production Planning in SAP or in another ERP-system are beneficialAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.More about usABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdfAs an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]Go to www.myBenefitsABB.com and click on “Candidate/Guest” to learn moreHealth, Life & DisabilityChoice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core PlusVision benefitCompany paid life insurance (2X base pay)Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximumsShort Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paidLong Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insuranceParental Leave – up to 6 weeksEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoptionEmployee discount programRetirement401k Savings Plan with Company ContributionsEmployee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)Time offABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.