Production Scheduler

Production Scheduler

Yanmar Compact Equipment North America designs, manufactures and supports a complete range of compact equipment including compact track loaders, mini excavators, wheel loaders and construction equipment for use in such markets as construction, landscaping, utility, land management and agriculture. The products are sold primarily through a third party, independent dealer network.

OVERVIEW:

Production Scheduler is responsible for the detailed production schedules to ensure customer orders meet promised deliver dates. Inclusive of planning all manufacturing activities including management of work orders and ERP related tasks to reflect changes in demand. Additionally, this role is responsible for the shipping logistics, facilitating the Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) and reporting daily operations status and requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops, monitors, and maintains the Master Production Schedule and detailed production schedules.
• Responsible for planning and scheduling all manufacturing activities on the shop floor.
• Participate in Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process.
• Responsible for shipping documentation, customs, and container shipments; ensuring the Company is in compliance with laws and regulations regarding transportation, including customs and hazardous materials.
• Serves as a liaison between operations and all other departments regarding scheduling, inventory, ship dates, product availability and lead-times; inclusive of Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, etc.
• Track progress of all machines in the plant.
• Build a cohesive, high-performance team with a strong business and customer focus.
• Coordinate shipping of machines with transport companies.
• Facilitate invoice calls and reporting.
• Release work orders and pick lists to the factory.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:

• AAS degree in business or related field (preferred) and/or equivalent amount of relevant experience
• 3 years of experience within customer service, logistics, inside sales, production planning or similar manufacturing field preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of business operating systems (Epicor ERP preferred)
• Proficient in MS Windows (Outlook, Excel, and Word required)
• In-depth knowledge of business, logistics and transportation
• Knowledge of logistics related environmental and safety regulations and practices
• Resilient personality
• Excellent communication skills; both written and oral
• Work independently and in a team environment
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to develop, maintain and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization

Worksite: Grand Rapids, MN Position: Production Scheduler

Job Type: Full Time FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Production Control Work Schedule: M-TH

Starting Wage: $48K to $55K

This position offers the potential for discretionary bonus compensation up to 6% of base salary.

Benefits: YCENA currently offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, Voluntary Term Life, Short & Long Term Disability, EAP, HSA, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(K) plan with a company match of up to 4%.

The above Job Description is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the principle activities.