Production Scheduler

RadNet, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildeck, Inc is seeking a Production Scheduler based in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning production schedules to maximize efficiency. With a bachelor's degree required, this role offers competitive compensation and benefits in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Prior experience in production planning preferred.
• Expert level proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, macros) is a must.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand and efficiency.
• Collaborate with various teams to align schedules with project timelines.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages and delays.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/operations management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Epicor ERP

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Our Production Scheduler is responsible for planning and coordinating production schedules for all product lines (e.g., mezzanine, lift and guarding) to maximize efficiency, resources, and capacity, supporting on-time delivery. Work closely with sales, engineering, operations and project managers and serve as the single point of contact for production scheduling.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on forecasted demand, inventory levels, and workflow efficiency. Ensure that the production schedule capacity is fully utilized to meet customer requirements and business objectives.
• Create, update, and manage all production jobs and schedules within the ERP system, confirming accuracy in scheduling and tracking. Keep the ERP system clean from miscellaneous or erroneous jobs to improve inventory.
• Release, print, and distribute production jobs and drawings to supervisors and leads, providing necessary details for seamless execution. Issue scrap and rework jobs as needed.
• Work closely with manufacturing supervisors and leads to ensure smooth workflow and address scheduling changes.
• Collaborate with Project Management to align production schedules with project timelines and deliverables.
• Communicate regularly with Sales & Engineering to understand demand forecasts and adjust production plans accordingly.
• Adjust schedules based on demand fluctuations, equipment availability and staffing considerations.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate material procurement with purchasing to prevent shortages or delays. Complete cycle counting as needed.
• Define the monthly forecast and submit to Finance.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions, Epicor ERP and other production planning tools to prepare and enhance production reports and metrics and present findings to management for decision-making.
• Drive cost savings through active participation in continuous improvement throughout the department, improving processes and standards. Analyze production data and ERP reporting to identify inefficiencies and recommend changes to enhance production efficiency.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/operations management or related field of study.
• Prior production planning or scheduling in a manufacturing ERP environment preferred.
• Expert level proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, macros, complex formulas, data analysis and automation). Power BI and ERP (e.g., Epicor) experience a plus.
• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving, decision making, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities with cross-functional teams.
• Physical Requirements include: Twisting, turning, grasping, reaching, kneeling, crawling, pulling, extended periods of standing, ability to lift 25 pounds. Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment (copier/printer). Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.

OUR COMPANY

Headquartered in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Wildeck is a subsidiary of Holden Industries, and is a 100% employee-owned company. Wildeck is the largest U.S. manufacturer of industrial steel work platforms (mezzanines), vertical lifts (VRCs), rideable material lifts (RML), safety guarding products, industrial ladders, crossovers, and more. We have been providing the highest quality products to the distribution industry for almost 50 years.

Wildeck provides employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Along with competitive compensation we offer three different health plans, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, identity protection service, paid parental leave, employee assistance program, continuing education, generous paid-time-off and nine paid holidays.

Retirement plans include the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401k. Contributions to the ESOP are made by the Company annually based on profitability. One of the many benefits of being an employee-owned company is that our employees are our shareholders with the ability to directly impact the profitability of the company and share in the rewards.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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