Scheduling Assistant

Fox Factory; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Factory is seeking a production scheduler to prepare and maintain master production schedules that align with forecasts and customer orders. You will translate orders into work sequences and coordinate with departments to meet deadlines in a manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, data analysis, and effective communication with supervisors and teams to ensure smooth operations and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented and capable of multi-tasking.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze and problem solve complex data and issues.
• Excellent multi-tasker and handles pressure well.

Responsibilities

• Translates orders into a sequential work schedule.
• Analyzes production specifications and capacity data to determine processes and resource needs.
• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation.
• Plans sequence of operations and leads scheduling efforts.
• Communicates status with department supervisors and expedites as needed.
• Prepares production reports and may assist with materials purchasing.
• Collaborates with internal and external teams to implement services and programs.

Skills

Detail oriented

MS Office

Time management

Data analysis

Multi-tasking

Under pressure

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side‑side vehicles, on‑road vehicles with and without off‑road capabilities, off‑road vehicles and trucks, all‑terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it’s a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!

Position Summary

Prepares production schedules for business unit or organization; draws up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet completion dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.

Position Responsibilities

• Translates orders into a sequential work schedule.
• Analyzes production specifications and capacity data, and performs mathematical calculations to determine production processes, tools, and human resource requirements.
• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established production sequences and lead times.
• Plans sequence of operations.
• Confers with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules, and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Prepares production reports.
• May prepare lists and purchase orders to obtain required materials, tools, and equipment.
• Collaborates with internal and external personnel for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining services and programs.
• Gives scheduling support through team member and inter-office communications.
• Examines production specifications and capacity data, and performs mathematical calculations to determine production processes, tools, and human resource requirements.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties and other duties pertinent to Fox business.

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Detail oriented and capable of multi-tasking.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze and problem solve complex data and issues.
• Excellent multi-tasker and handles pressure well.

Position Qualifications

Education

• HS diploma or equivalent required

Experience

1+ years of scheduling or administrative experience preferred

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing Environment
• May lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time
• Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

Disclaimer

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.

Note

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.

Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.