Strategic Production Scheduler & Logistics Planner

Dimplex Thermal Solutions; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimplex Thermal Solutions in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a Production Scheduler to plan, schedule, and control product orders to maximize manufacturing resources and support outbound logistics for on-time deliveries.

The role requires analyzing capacity with System 21, setting inventory targets, releasing daily orders, monitoring performance, and collaborating with multiple departments. Strong communication and data-analysis skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in production scheduling in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of capacity planning and material requirements.
• Excellent communication with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production requirements and plant capacity to determine processes and resource needs.
• Create schedules to meet shipping dates and customer orders.
• Release daily manufacturing orders by machine groups.
• Monitor production performance and investigate variances.
• Coordinate with departments to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Assist with bills of lading, packing slips, and outbound shipments tracking.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Inventory control

Data analysis

Communication

Tools

System 21

Job description

Dimplex Thermal Solutions in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a Production Scheduler to plan, schedule, and control product orders to maximize manufacturing resources and support outbound logistics for on-time deliveries.

The role requires analyzing capacity with System 21, setting inventory targets, releasing daily orders, monitoring performance, and collaborating with multiple departments. Strong communication and data-analysis skills are essential.