
Associate Production Scheduler
- Edison, NJ
- $50,937-63,671 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Consults with Project Managers to determine scheduling dates if the information is not available in WMS
- Navigates and analyzes data within WMS that allows for accurate scheduling
- Serve as production scheduler, analyzing and evaluating inventory capability; update the production schedule and make recommendations on production timing
- Organize and prioritize the production schedule as specified by the client; ensure adherence to the client-specified DC due dates for finished goods shipments
- Notify SCPM’s of shortages, scheduling changes, and other issues
- Analyze Microsoft Excel-based reports to determine prioritization of the production schedule
- Use Microsoft Excel Jet to update and send daily production schedule
- Use Microsoft Outlook to communicate to Menasha team members; reply to production floor emails during evenings and weekends
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, and staff to exchange or convey information and receive work direction; present recommendations and findings to decision-making bodies; confer with Planning Manager and/or other supervisors on issues regarding clients and production
- Data entry in WMS
- High School Diploma/GED
- Minimum 1-year customer service experience
- minimum of 2 years combination of training, education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities to perform the duties listed above
- Knowledge of database functionality
- Analytical and mathematical skills
- Proficient in the English language
- Strong interpersonal communication skills; be an active listener; excellent oral and written communication
- Organize work and set priorities to meet deadlines;
- Adaptability and flexibility when changes arise
- Maintain quality, accuracy, and quantity of work under pressure of deadline in changing priority
- Maintain concentration with attention to detail
- Maintain punctual attendance
- Work independently and proceed with tasks with minimal supervision
- Maintain professionalism in written and verbal communication
- Primarily works in an office environment with occasional time spent in a production and/or warehouse setting
- Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods
- Must be able to use a computer keyboard and monitor frequently
- Must be able to interact verbally with members of other departments on a frequent basis
- Must be able to work overtime when requested