Product Line Scheduling Coordinator

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today we manufacture thousands of products generate an excess of $4B in revenue and employ approximately 12000 associates worldwide. At AFL we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

What We Offer:

• 401k Company Match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development training and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical dental vision and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

Job Summary

Own the schedule and end-to-end flow of an assigned product line through multiple plant operations. Create weekly machine schedules coordinate raw material readiness recover disrupted orders and drive actions required to meet customer delivery commitments.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and communicate weekly schedules for each machine supporting the product line.
• Monitor orders through every operation identify risks and adjust priorities to maintain flow and on-time delivery.
• Confirm raw material requirements and availability for scheduled orders.
• Work with Supply Chain and Purchasing to track shortages supplier delivery dates and expedited recovery plans.
• Track orders affected by scrap rework quality holds downtime or material shortages and drive them back into flow.
• Maintain accurate order shortage and recovery status; escalate risks with clear action plans.
• Coordinate daily with Production Quality Engineering Supply Chain and Customer Service.
• Report schedule adherence material constraints past-due orders and on-time delivery performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in production scheduling planning supply chain or manufacturing operations.
• Strong organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and follow issues through resolution.

Key Measures of Success

On-Time Delivery Schedule Adherence Material Readiness Past-Due Orders Out-of-Flow Recovery Time

Required Experience:

IC