Job Description

Description

Scheduler

 

Date:                             October 1, 2024

 

Department:                Operations

 

Business Unit:           Porter Corp

 

Location:                     Holland, MI

 

Reports To:                Scheduling Supervisor-Kyle Westveld

 

FLSA Status:             Non-Exempt

 

Compensation:          Hourly

 

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to expedite production by organizing and monitoring production schedules. This position is responsible planning and establishing production schedules, monitoring material inventory, tracking progress of production and reviewing factors which affect schedules.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Determines production priorities by checking the master schedule, plant capacities and customer requirements
2. Resolves scheduling problems by collecting and analyzing information and coordinating solutions
3. Maintains production database by entering data
4. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as required
5. Interacts daily with engineering, sales, production, purchasing and shipping
6. Maintains inventory and controls implementation and execution
7. Performs other duties as may be required 

 

Competencies 

Analytical Decision-Making

Communication

Learning & Development

Planning & Organizing

Professionalism & Integrity

Risk-Taking/Creative Thinking

Teamwork & Relationship-Building

Results Orientation

 

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

 

Requires a high school diploma with 1-2 years proven experience in the field or related area preferred.

Travel

This position requires minimal to no travel

 

Computer Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access
• Demonstrated proficiency using EPICOR ERP or similar systems

 

Other Requirements

1. Ability to read blueprints preferred
2. Possess a strong knowledge of manufacturing, scheduling, quality control and material control practices
3. Strong problem-solving skills
4. Self-motivated and possesses strong initiative

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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PlayCore is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.