Production Scheduler

Bright Lights USA

Mount Laurel, NJ

Full-Time

Job Description

Position: Production Scheduler Reports To: Sr. Project Manager

Department: PROJECT MANAGEMENT Supervises: Individual Contributor

Classification: NON-Exempt Payrate/Salary: DOE

Employment type: Full Time Schedule: Monday – Friday

Hours: Flexible shift, net 40 -45 hours/week

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Summary Job Summary – Under the general direction of the Sr. Project Manager, the Planner/Scheduler is responsible for administratively supporting of all functions related to successful project completion in a diverse manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Liaison between Project Managers and various departments (ex. Purchasing, Quality, Production) to follow up on the progress of job status.
Assist in preparation of job packets for the Manufacturing Group
Research and prepare updates for the Customer Service Group.
Investigate and communicate any special shipping requirements to Shipping/Receiving Group
Research receipt of materials
Monitor and maintain the accuracy and the progress of Work Order(s):
Advise status of Sales Orders progress and any lapse in production schedules

Qualifications:

A team player with demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong Microsoft office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
Familiarity with ERP systems (Global Shop Solutions-a plus)

Competencies

Problem Solving - Develops alternative solutions.
Adaptability - changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process.

Education and/or Experience

1- 2 years Project Coordination in a manufacturing environment or similar experience
Background in Production Planning/Scheduling/Control a huge plus.
Strong computer skills
Familiarity with ERP systems a plus
Reading drawings is a plus/preferred but not required.