Strategic Production Scheduler — Drive On-Time Delivery

Kaiser Aluminum; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum is seeking a Production Scheduler to manage production demand and create schedules across multiple lines. You will improve material flow and ensure on-time delivery to internal and external customers, while coordinating with supervisors and teams to resolve scheduling issues.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain/Logistics and at least five years in production planning with ERP/Planning software experience. Automotive and metal industry knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics or related field.
• Proficiency with ERP/Planning software.
• Familiarity with manufacturing software.
• Five years of production planning and logistics experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Experience in automotive or metal industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage production demand and create production schedules.
• Optimize material flow and ensure on-time delivery to customers.
• Plan sequence of fabrication and manufacturing operations.
• Advise on capacity planning and status of projects.
• Prepare reports and work orders.
• Coordinate with supervisors to resolve schedule issues.

Skills

Production planning

Logistics

Problem solving

Excel

Windows

Communication

Teamwork

multitask management

Education

Bachelor’s in Supply Chain/Logistics

ERP/Planning software

Mining & Metals

Tools

Manufacturing software

Job description

Kaiser Aluminum is seeking a Production Scheduler to manage production demand and create schedules across multiple lines. You will improve material flow and ensure on-time delivery to internal and external customers, while coordinating with supervisors and teams to resolve scheduling issues.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain/Logistics and at least five years in production planning with ERP/Planning software experience. Automotive and metal industry knowledge is preferred.