Site Production Scheduler

Nufarm Limited; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agricultural solutions, Nufarm is seeking a Site Production Scheduler to manage production scheduling efficiently. This role involves balancing costs, aligning inventory, and tracking production schedules in a collaborative environment, ideal for candidates eager to advance in supply chain management.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Financial compensation package

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Operational Supply Chain and Supply Planning.
• Very good knowledge of Production Scheduling tools and processes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in supply chain roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the efficient production schedule.
• Monitor manufacturing performance to the MPS (KPI reporting).
• Ensure timely release and update of work orders based on planning rules.

Skills

Leadership

Production Scheduling

Supply Chain Management

Operational Supply Chain

Education

Diploma or Bachelor level qualification in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Career Opportunities: Site Production Scheduler (9810)

Requisition ID9810-Posted -United States-Chicago Hts-Supply Chain-Nufarm – Crop Protection

We know that growing is about more than just crops and cultivation. It’s about sunshine and rain, early mornings and hard work. It can be frustratingly unpredictable but also wonderfully uplifting. More than anything, it’s about people. Nufarm is the dependable partner behind thousands of agricultural success stories. Every day, growers around the world turn to our products and our people to help with the challenges of fighting disease, weeds and pests, and to increase crop yields.

How can you Unearth the Possibilities with Nufarm?

Based in Chicago Heights, IL Nufarm is looking to engage a motivated Site Production Scheduler who will be responsible for the development of the Production Schedule in the agreed horizon including the preparation, review and confirmation of production schedules in line with the agreed site process.

What will you be doing?

• Ensure to have an efficient site-specific production schedule by balancing costs, service level and inventories in alignment with the Regional Supply Planning Manager.
• Responsible for the validation of Production Schedule exception and the creation of recommendations to create a viable Production Schedule.
• Report and track changes to the schedule and work on corrective actions to improve schedule accuracy.
• Ensure accurate review, update, release and oversight of work orders:
  • Ensure materials are available prior to releasing work orders.
  • Ensure timely review of work orders.
  • Ensure timely update of work orders based on planning horizon rules.
• Monitor the manufacturing performance to the MPS (KPI reporting), conduct root cause assessments and initiate corrective actions as part of a continuous improvement process.
• Continued review of the MPS relative to actual sales and production on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Monthly reporting as required (e.g. Supply Point Capability Review, Labour and Overhead Recovery projections).
• Close alignment and review with the Regional Planner.
• Ensure necessary handover and agreement on detailed production schedule during weekly production meetings.
• Facilitate relevant forums and meetings with production/manufacturing to continuously improve the schedule and the stability.
• Chairing or participating in production meetings, planning meetings and other meetings as required.
• Support relevant demand and supply forums in particular the IBP process: Provide input as required, report issues and attend at the local Supply Point Capability Review meeting.
• Participate in annual manufacturing budget process.
• Act as a data custodian for specific data elements including:
  • Executional data management activities for designated system attributes
  • Adherence to global data governance policy
  • Make recommendations for improvement to site-level Data Steward

What do you bring?

Nufarm is looking for a Site Production Scheduler with at least Diploma or Bachelor level qualification in Supply Chain Management or related field of CPM (APICS or similar proof of skills/ educational background) along with significant experience (3+ years) in Operational Supply Chain and Supply Planning. The ideal candidate will have very good knowledge of Production Scheduling tools and processes and has demonstrated leadership experience in supply chain planning roles/ production schedule roles.

What do we offer?

Our compensation structure is designed to reflect the cost of labor across various U.S. geographic markets. The base salary for this position ranges from $75,900 per year in our lowest geographic market to $96,700 per year in our highest geographic market. Compensation is determined by several factors, including market location, and may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

At Nufarm, we believe in total compensation. Depending on the position, additional forms of compensation may be included as part of a comprehensive package, alongside a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

If you want to be a part of a thriving, supportive environment and are inspired by the prospect of being a part of something bigger, we’d love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. All employment decisions are decided based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We are committed to building an inclusive environment for all Nufarm employees.