Production Scheduling Assistant

Solatube; Pocahontas (AR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Tate Inc. is seeking a Production Scheduling Assistant in Pocahontas, AR, to support the Production Scheduling Supervisor and plan production activities to meet targets efficiently.

Qualifications include 2+ years in production planning, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Excel. The role emphasizes collaboration across departments and adherence to compliance and policy standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in production planning and manufacturing processes.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent problem-solving skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is often required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with internal and external team members.
• An associate’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure material flows through the manufacturing process to meet/timelines for shipping.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure staffing, material, equipment availability and timing for schedules based on demand.
• Evaluate raw materials utilization to minimize waste.
• Ensure reports and schedules are organized, detailed, and timely.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Excel

Communication

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $21 USD to $24 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Job Type: Non-Exempt

Duration of role: Full Time

Number of Position: 1

Reporting to: Production Scheduling Supervisor

About Us

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $420m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering in order to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

We are excited by potentially welcoming you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

About the Role

The Production Scheduling Assistant supports the Pocahontas Production Scheduling Supervisor and the planning and scheduling of production activities ensuring that production targets are met efficiently and effectively.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure that material flows through the manufacturing process in accordance with timeline requirements to meet or exceed shipping requirements.


• Coordinate with various departments and groups to ensure proper staffing, material, equipment availability and timing to achieve departmental schedules based on customer demand and ensure schedule adherence is met.


• Evaluate raw materials utilization to minimize waste.


• Ensure reports and schedules are organized, detailed, and reported correctly in a timely manner.

Additional Expectations

• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.


• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.


• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.


• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience: 2+ years’ previous experience in production planning and manufacturing processes.


• Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent problem-solving skills are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is often required.


• Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with internal and external team members.


• Education: An associate’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field preferred but not required.


• Physical Requirements: Ability to work on and off the shop floor throughout the work day.

What You'll Get

• Pay range: $20 USD to $22 USD per hour.


• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.


• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a \"Health Advocate\". We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.


• Corporate Social Responsibility: ThroughPlanet Passionatewe are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.


• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted - allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.


• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.


• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon completion of post-offer requirements in accordance with applicable law.

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn for insights into life at Tate. Join us in our mission to make a difference through exceptional solutions.

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