Scheduler, Plant

Polaris Inc.; Roseau (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Plant Scheduler to plan, maintain, and communicate purchase releases and manufacturing orders for production and service parts.

The role requires data maintenance in Mapics, handling open production work orders, coordinating with tooling and manufacturing engineers, expediting material, and supporting inventory accuracy to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• 1-3 years previous planning/inventory control experience.
• Knowledge of MRP systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access & Outlook) and AS400.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and be efficient with multiple tasks.
• Preferred two or four year college degree.

Responsibilities

• Plan, maintain and communicate purchase releases and manufacturing orders for production and service parts.
• Maintain data in Mapics to assure accurate schedules.
• Maintain all open production work orders for assigned components.
• Maintain schedules to assure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate maintenance and PDP/PPAP requirements with tooling and manufacturing engineers.
• Expedite material as required from suppliers due to variances or delays.
• Refer supplier issues to buyer and manager when unable to resolve.
• Coordinate the disposition of excess and obsolete inventory.
• Assist accounting in resolving receiving or invoicing issues.
• Review orders, deviations and follow up as needed.

Skills

MRP systems

Strong written and verbal comms

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalency

Preferred two or four year college degree

Tools

Mapics

AS400

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access & Outlook)

Job description

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Plant Scheduler - Job Summary

Plan, maintain and communicate purchase releases and manufacturing orders for production and service parts.

• Maintain data in Mapics to assure accurate schedules are being developed and maintained.
• Maintain all open production work orders for assigned components.
• Maintain schedules to assure on-time delivery.
• Work with Tooling and Manufacturing Engineers to coordinate maintenance and PDP/PPAP requirements.
• Expedite material as required from suppliers resulting from inventory variances, rejections, or late deliveries.
• Keys supplier scrap and takes necessary recovery action and generates debit memos for supplier returns.
• Plan and confirm material availability for service and rework.
• Resolve/review with warehouse personnel receiving issues, ie: over/shortage reports.
• Assist accounting in resolving receiving or invoicing issues.
• Coordinate the disposition of excess and obsolete inventory.
• Identify and implement procedures to assure smooth production operations and inventory accuracy.
• Review Product Orders, Effective Immediately, and Deviations and initiate necessary follow-up.
• Refer supplier issues to buyer and manager when unable to resolve.
• Involved in decisions related to outsourcing of parts due to scheduling constraints.
• Coordinate deliveries with suppliers for outsourced parts.
• Participates in special projects or assignments as required.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• 1-3 years previous planning/inventory control experience
• Knowledge of MRP systems
• Must have current PC/software proficiency including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access & Outlook) and AS400
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage and be efficient with multiple tasks
• Preferred two or four year college degree

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $20.00 to $27.00 per hour, plus eligibility for overtime. Individual pay and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range. To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing.

• Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture.
• At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan.
• Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future.
• In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings.
• Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work.

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or [e-mail]. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov). At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com

Learn more at http://www.polaris.com/careers