Scheduler

Job Summary

The Scheduler works in the plant or with employees to make sure operations run on time. In the plant, schedulers prioritize inbound and outbound shipments to make sure that it gets to the end user in a timely matter.

Essential Accountabilities

Schedule production machines in most cost effective and efficient way possible

Coordinate all production activity with Sales and Sales Service to insure customers’ orders are being handled properly

Conduct twice-daily scheduling meetings with various personnel to explain shipping deadlines, existing and / or new orders, problems to look out for, etc.

Supervise staff in the daily routine of scheduling corrugator and preparing production reports

Support and enforce all management directives as they apply to human resources : i.e., rules, policies, etc.

Oversee roll stock ordering and inventory requirements

Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SWR employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.

Additional duties assigned by management to insure the efficient operation of the Company

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience in a corrugated scheduling department / box plant
• Good attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills to the effect he / she must deal with customers and personnel at all levels of the organization
• Good math aptitude
• Computer data entry experience

Physical Requirements

To successfully perform the essential functions of this role it requires the ability to : stand occasionally, walk frequently, frequent use of hands (reach with hands and arms), view computer monitor, use telephone, speak and listen frequently. The role requires occasional lifting and / or moving up to 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will encounter noise level typical of that of an office with computers, phones, printers, and light traffic. May encounter frequent interruptions throughout the day. May be required to work in a confined area and sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

EEO Statement

Smurfit Westrock is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, status as a Vietnam Era, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal Veteran, recently separated or other protected veteran. Smurfit Westrock also complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination in places where Smurfit Westrock operates.

Safety Term

Smurfit Westrock is committed to a safe and healthy workplace for all of our employees. This commitment is expressed in our Health and Safety (H&S) Policy, the SWR EHS Guidelines, and in the daily safe operations at our world-wide facilities. Working safely is standard practice at SWR the safety and health of our employees and the communities we serve is a high priority.

Employees must Learn, understand and implement the SWR H&S Guidelines applicable to their job.

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