Strategic Production Scheduler — Automotive Manufacturing

Mol-Son, LLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Diversified Plastics in Mattawan, MI is seeking a Production Scheduler to create and manage detailed manufacturing schedules for molding and assembly lines. You will balance demand with capacity and materials, coordinating with Operations and the Materials Planning & Logistics team to ensure on-time delivery while optimizing labor, equipment, and tooling usage.

The role emphasizes collaboration across departments, data-driven decision making, and proactive problem solving to sustain

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in supply chain/ops.
• Experience in production scheduling in manufacturing.
• Strong data analysis and Excel skills; familiarity with ERP/MRP.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and communicate detailed daily, weekly, and long-range production schedules for molding, automated and manual assembly.
• Analyze customer releases, forecast changes, and production requirements to meet delivery expectations.
• Lead capacity planning by evaluating labor, equipment, tooling, and material availability.
• Identify constraints and shortages; implement corrective actions to minimize disruptions.
• Serve as scheduling liaison between Operations, Customer Service, Materials Planning, and Purchasing.
• Support inventory management and ERP/MRP data integrity.

Skills

Advanced Excel & data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Prioritization under pressure

Education

Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

IQMS

Job description

Western Diversified Plastics in Mattawan, MI is seeking a Production Scheduler to create and manage detailed manufacturing schedules for molding and assembly lines. You will balance demand with capacity and materials, coordinating with Operations and the Materials Planning & Logistics team to ensure on-time delivery while optimizing labor, equipment, and tooling usage.

The role emphasizes collaboration across departments, data-driven decision making, and proactive problem solving to sustain