Production Scheduler

OVERVIEW: The Production Scheduler will develop, organize, and monitor the overall master schedule plan to support the plants customer service objectives. All Live Comfortably Associates are expected to support Operations by working efficiently and maintaining a high level of productivity in order for the organization to meet and exceed customer demands. This position places a strong significance on effective teamwork, clear communication, problem solving, organization, judgement, reliability and a strong work ethic. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES Create and maintain production schedules to maximize productivity in order to exceed customer requirements. Prioritize and utilize resources in the most effective manner. Work independently as well as collaborate with multi-functional teams Effective utilization of various programs and systems such as NetSuite, Customer Systems, Excel Promote a Lean Manufacturing Culture All Live Comfortably associates play a crucial role in meeting our customer requirements and are expected after initial training to perform with minimal supervision. Associates may be asked to assist with other duties and work in other departments when needed to meet those requirements. SCHEDULER/CLERK DUTIES Organize the production scheduling process to optimize the production Monitor, track and report performance to master schedule using production logs and comparing progress to schedule. Resolve scheduling problems by collecting and analyzing information, identifying and implementing solutions. Determine production priorities. Review & expedite requests and orders to balance production capability with customer needs. Collaborate with supporting departments to resolve problems. Evaluate, recommends, and implement changes to the planning process Publish production plans/schedules. Revise the master schedule as necessary when material shortages or capacity issues cannot be resolved to meet schedule. Prepares complex reports by compiling and summarizing production requirements and performance to plan. Prepare capacity data for production planning meeting and support management in facilitating the production meeting. Print and prepare jobs according to open order reports Other duties and projects as assigned. REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Must have excellent written and oral communications skills. Prior experience in manufacturing processes, productivity, and efficiency measurements Possess a strong understanding of the Forecasting and Production Planning process Prior experience in standard enterprise resource planning (ERP) Proficient in managing multiple priorities with a sense of urgency. Ability to make recommendations to assist in cost reduction, quality improvement and process improvements Strong computer skills to include the ability to create and update documents in MS Word and Excel is required. Experience and Proficiency in Competencies necessary to be…