Production Scheduling Manager: Optimize Operations & Throughput

JM Eagle; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

JM Eagle in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Scheduling Manager to oversee the production scheduling within the manufacturing department. You will coordinate production schedules, manage resources, and optimize workflow to meet customer demand while upholding quality and controlling costs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or Public Relations and at least five years of supervisory scheduling experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or Public Relations with 5 years related experience, including supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain production schedules to meet customer orders and internal deadlines.
• Analyze production capacity, inventory levels, and resource availability to optimize scheduling and workflow.
• Collaborate with production, supply chain, and quality assurance teams to identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and production bottlenecks.
• Monitor and adjust schedules based on changes in production capacity, equipment availability, or customer demand.
• Utilize scheduling software and tools to track production progress and provide accurate reporting on performance metrics.
• Lead and mentor a team of scheduling coordinators, providing guidance and support to enhance team effectiveness and efficiency.
• Conduct regular reviews of scheduling processes and recommend improvements to enhance productivity and reduce lead times.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all scheduling activities.
• Collaborate with upper management to align scheduling strategies with overall business objectives.

Skills

Production planning

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

MRP software

MS Office

Job description

JM Eagle in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Scheduling Manager to oversee the production scheduling within the manufacturing department. You will coordinate production schedules, manage resources, and optimize workflow to meet customer demand while upholding quality and controlling costs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, or Public Relations and at least five years of supervisory scheduling experience.