Strategic Production Scheduler: Drive On-Time Delivery

Talentify; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan

Bonus programs

Training opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays

Gym reimbursements

Job summary

The Dixon Group is seeking a detail-oriented Production Scheduler to balance customer demand, capacity, and material availability for on-time delivery. This role supports cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and requires strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Located in Winchester, VA, with a 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM shift and a pay range of $20.00-$25.00 per hour. The company emphasizes veteran support and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Manufacturing background or experience in production planning, customer service, or similar dynamic environment is preferred.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft 365; ERP navigation is a plus.
• Experience in production scheduling, purchasing, inventory control, or manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency with scheduling software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office; strong Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Strategically schedule shop floor operations across departments to ensure production efficiency.
• Maintain Bills of Materials, routers, and cost data in the DDS system.
• Collaborate with planning to respond to client inquiries and process new orders.
• Cost new parts for client quotes with Engineering, Planning, and Customer Service.
• Develop and adjust production schedules based on orders, forecasts, and priorities.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Sales to align schedules with capacity and demand.
• Monitor production progress and resolve scheduling conflicts or constraints.
• Create and maintain factory orders, routings, and production documentation.
• Analyze material availability and inventory to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders to vendors; maintain pricing and supply chain accuracy.
• Utilize scheduling and ERP systems to track timelines, status, and performance metrics.
• Prepare production and scheduling reports for management review.
• Provide back-up support to front desk operations as needed.

Skills

Production scheduling

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 365

Inventory control

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

DDS system

ERP software

Job description

The Dixon Group is seeking a detail-oriented Production Scheduler to balance customer demand, capacity, and material availability for on-time delivery. This role supports cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and requires strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Located in Winchester, VA, with a 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM shift and a pay range of $20.00-$25.00 per hour. The company emphasizes veteran support and equal opportunity employment.