KSB is a leading supplier of pumps valves and related service. Our reliable high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off covering everything from building servicesindustry and water transport to waste water treatment power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal Germany the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe more than 190 service centres and around 3500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection servicing maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSBs research and development activities forms the basis for the companys success.

People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.

At KSB we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.

Production Scheduler

KSB GIW Inc.

Department: Order Management
Reports to: Supervisor Order Management
Location: Grovetown GA
Shift: 1st
FLSA Status: Exempt

Join a global leader in pump technology!
At KSB GIW Inc. we dont just build pumps we engineer the power behind the worlds toughest mining and industrial operations. As a Production Scheduler youll be the driving force behind seamless production flow ensuring our customers receive world-class products on time every time. If you thrive on organization collaboration and seeing your plans come to life on the production floor this is the opportunity to make a real impact.

OVERVIEW:

The Production Scheduler (Pumps) is responsible for the effective planning scheduling coordination and continuous monitoring of production activities for all new business pump and assembly orders. This position ensures timely fulfillment of manufacturing and procurement demands to meet internal shipping targets and customer delivery deadlines. The scheduler works cross-functionally to identify and resolve bottlenecks improve scheduling processes and support overall business and production goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Schedule demand orders for pumps and assemblies based on lead times and customer requirements.

• Monitor and adjust production schedules to optimize throughput and ensure delivery targets are met.

• Develop and track monthly shipping goals; analyze production capacity and workloads to support business objectives.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Serve as a key liaison between Production Assembly Inventory Project Teams Procurement and Shipping to facilitate timely order fulfillment.

• Collaborate with Project Management to incorporate project-specific requirements into production schedules.

• Participate in cross-functional meetings including new business kick-offs and weekly assembly reviews to address and resolve scheduling issues.

• Represent production scheduling in internal and customer meetings as needed.

Order & Material Management

• Oversee pump assembly orders within the production queue proactively identifying and communicating potential delays.

• Monitor material availability for new business and coordinate with Supply Chain and Procurement to resolve shortages.

• Schedule assembly of spare parts and CBA orders based on material readiness and capacity planning.

• Manage order change requests in SAP (Order Change Management) ensuring timely and accurate updates.

• Prepare quotes for new business pump assembly orders as requested.

Process Improvement & Support

• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency accuracy and customer satisfaction.

• Provide backup support for Production Scheduling team members and the Manager Order Management.

• Pursue continuous learning and professional development aligned with the role and company objectives.

Other Duties

• Perform additional related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Business Management or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university required.

• Masters degree in Business or a related discipline preferred.

• Equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

• Proven experience using SAP (specific module experience preferred).

• Experience with Synchrono or similar production scheduling software highly preferred.

• Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional organizational planning and time management skills.

• Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication negotiation and collaboration skills.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel (pivot tables formulas) Word and PowerPoint.

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequently: Sit stand walk communicate effectively and work on a computer in an office environment.

• Occasionally: Visit the shop floor and other production areas; lift and carry up to 25 lbs; travel between company sites suppliers or customer locations as required.

KSB GIW Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits training and apprenticeship. KSB GIW Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits training and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their return we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions flexible working time models individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.