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Cascade Engineering is a Family of Companies that invests in our triple bottom line philosophy - People, Planet and Profit. We have been in business for over 50 years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We manufacture injection molding/plastic products for automotive, office furniture, polymer compounding, waste and recycling industries. We focus on driving organizational excellence through a people centered leadership culture based on the principles of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Are you looking for a positive and encouraging environment? Are you seeking a position where you are included, recognized and celebrated? You belong here! Are you excited for what is ahead? We are too!

Scope of Responsibility

As a Senior Production Scheduler, you'll be at heart of the action, keeping our production engine moving at full speed. You'll turn customer demand into smart, achievable schedules while staying one step ahead of potential disruptions. Working cross functionally, you'll align teams, solve problems quickly, and ensure priorities are clear and executed. Whether you're adjusting plans, communicating updates, or improving processes, you'll bring a proactive, solutions-focused mindset that keeps everything moving forward. Your work will directly impact our ability to deliver on time and exceed expectations.

Location:Buursma Plant at 4950 37th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI. 49512

Shift: Days

Target Pay:The target starting base salary for this position is $52,000 - $80,080.00 / year (plus quarterly bonus incentive). Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Cascade Engineering considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

General Responsibilities

• Planning and scheduling of production orders in QAD to support customer requirements. Order can be received via email, paper, sales team, customer service, or EDI
• Document customer related communication with follow up as required
• Review and verify that EDI orders and releases are properly processed, correcting errors and communicating to others for correction if needed
• Collaborate with shipping, logistics and customer service to meet delivery commitments
• Partner with quality, engineering, and program management to resolve issues impacting production or delivery
• Communicate schedule changes, risks, and constraints to plant leadership and cross-functional teams
• Manage hot stamp die ordering
• Maintain accurate systems data (orders, lead times, BOM alignment)
• Participating in inventory activities as required, including part number set up
• Communicate with campus peers regarding shared resources
• Participate as needed in internal problem solving / RIE / Lean activities
• Key in on-time delivery information as required
• Member of the launch team representing the Materials Dept
• Communication with customers on all issues pertaining to orders and shipping dates - including requirements outside of prior agreed upon lead times
• Perform additional duties as needed to support business goals

Culture Bearer

• Understands and supports the values of the Triple Bottom Line (TBL)
• Exhibits high moral and ethical standards and high integrity
• Values people regardless of their background
• Exhibits the traits of a servant leader
• Exhibit the principles of 7 Habits and Emotional Intelligence
• Encourages open dialogue and communication
• Develops high trust relationships within all levels of the organization
• Pursues Excellence

At Cascade Engineering, we welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone belongs and thrives, and we look forward to welcoming candidates who are enthusiastic about contributing to our community. If you are passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply. We recognize that women and people of color are often underrepresented in manufacturing and want to see this change. Whenmaking hiring decisions, we believe in considering the whole person and the life experiences they bring to our teams. Our diversity drives our innovation and has been integral to our success.