Strategic Production Scheduler & Planner

Pridgeon & Clay Inc; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage starts at $5/week

Dental

Vision

Company 401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pridgeon & Clay Inc in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Production Scheduler/Planner to optimize materials, schedules, and supplier coordination. The role focuses on Kanban systems, on-time delivery, and inventory control within a continuous improvement framework.

The ideal candidate has a business degree and manufacturing scheduling experience, with strong MRP knowledge and proficiency in MS Office. Attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field required.
• Experience scheduling production or material planning in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of MRP systems and strong computer proficiency.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and drive projects to completion.
• Excellent attendance and work history.

Responsibilities

• Release materials against blanket orders to meet 99% on-time delivery.
• Develop and maintain Kanban pull systems with suppliers.
• Schedule work, monitor production, and achieve 100% order fill.
• Expedite material as needed to support Kanban.
• Track ramp up, finished goods, and raw steel inventories.
• Support PPAP/APQP processes and continuous improvement.

Skills

Production scheduling

Material planning

MRP system

Windows/Outlook/Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Multi-tasking

Self-motivation

Attendance & reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

MRP system

QAD line schedules

MS Office (Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Pridgeon & Clay Inc in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Production Scheduler/Planner to optimize materials, schedules, and supplier coordination. The role focuses on Kanban systems, on-time delivery, and inventory control within a continuous improvement framework.

The ideal candidate has a business degree and manufacturing scheduling experience, with strong MRP knowledge and proficiency in MS Office. Attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.