Planner / Scheduler

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

The Planner / Scheduler reports directly to the Scheduling Manager. This position is responsible for the development and maintenance of resource-loaded schedules. The Planner / Scheduler applies good strong and diversified knowledge of Project Control Management principles and practices relevant to manufacturing projects in meeting schedule objectives.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Prepares production schedules with attention to product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan operations.
• Identify bottlenecks in manufacturing process, analyze root cause, and provide / implement solutions.
• Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing
• Route assemblies to appropriate workstations.
• Keep teams and individuals aware of key milestones, deadlines, and potential delays.
• Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
• Monitor the project plan related to flow of materials, inventory, and timing of manufacturing operations.
• Print work orders and distribute to shop in timely manner.
• Co-ordinate with Purchasing on material availability.
• Assist in the preparation of status briefings, status reports, and presentations.
• Host daily meetings with supervisors and management to update on schedule.
• Generate various schedule based reports.
• Work directly with department supervisors to clearly define daily production expectations / quotas.
• To work overtime, as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications : Required :

Preferred :

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