Master Maths Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Description

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for an experienced Master Scheduler to manage the flow of materials from purchasing through production. Directs and coordinates activities of production scheduling, new order commitments, future state load capacity planning using available forecasting tools. Planning and developing the master production schedule for manufacturing products to meet delivery dates and/or achieve inventory levels or other distribution goals. In charge of managing department staff. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure accuracy of customer order commitments  
• Works with the purchasing department to ensure the timely delivery of quality parts/materials
• Plans production control operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products 
• Participates in production decisions concerning new product lines 
• Uses product specifications and release dates to determine schedules and resource needs 
• Use of available tools to ensure daily, weekly, monthly goals are clearly communicated to all production departments
• Utilizes knowledge of production specifications, manufacturing processes, materials availability, and application of mathematical planning tools to develop plans  
• Closely monitor all instances of supply constraints and make suggestions for production shifts to ensure the budget is met 
• Works collaboratively with all departments to ensure any current/potential bottlenecks are being investigated and solutions proposed 
• Compiles, stores, and retrieves other production data 
• Partners with Customer Service to correct or adjust shop orders and maintain schedules  
• Manages department staff; responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees, coaching, and developing talent, addressing issues, and resolving problems 
• Monitors status of production results and prepares reports for Plant Manager  

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years' related experience/training may be substituted in lieu of degree
• Must possess above average oral and written communication skills and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of manufacturing operations processes and inventory/production control
• Must possess prior supervisory experience
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills 
• Good problem-solving and time management skills 
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 
• Sets and achieves challenging goals
• Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in related field

LOCATION

• Onsite

SCHEDULE

• M-F

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

CADREX'S CORE VALUES

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees 

ABOUT US

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com. 

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.