Production Scheduler

Printpack


Job Location:

Bloomington, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 3 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

TAKE YOUR CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL IN MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS!

Ready to make a real impact on production efficiency Were hiring a Plant Scheduler to join our Operations Planning team in our Bloomington Indiana location! This role is at the heart of our manufacturing operations coordinating production schedules aligning resources and ensuring our customers receive their products on time. If youre detail-oriented thrive in a fast-paced environment and love solving complex logistical challenges this is the opportunity for you!

This is a day shift position reporting to the Materials Manager.

WHAT YOULL DO

Your Day-to-Day:

  • Production Schedule Development & Optimization Develop effective and efficient press schedules using production orders to meet customer requirements while maximizing manufacturing efficiencies across machines and downstream operations
  • Material & Resource Coordination Confirm graphics and raw materials are available to support the press schedule prior to production; collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and minimize aged raw material inventory
  • Schedule Communication & Publishing Publish and communicate production schedules to all relevant stakeholders ina timelyandaccuratemanner; coordinate daily with associates and support groups across all operational areas and shifts
  • Customer & Stakeholder Communication Communicate regularly with Customer Delivery Associates (CDAs) to meet customer needs and manage expectations; keep management and stakeholders proactively informed of production progress potential issues and schedule changes
  • Performance Tracking & Reporting Track production metricsidentifybottlenecks and investigate orders produced short or over todetermineroot causes; create reports schedules and production plans using Excel and PRISM
  • Problem Resolution & Continuous Improvement Identify and resolve issues related to production delays material shortages and other operational challenges; implement changes tooptimizescheduling efficiency reduce costs and enhance overall plant performance

WHAT YOULL NEED

Requirements:

  • Age: Must be 18 years old
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent OR equivalent experience
  • Experience in a manufacturing scheduling or production planning role is preferred
  • Assessments: Must pass drug screening and background check
  • Internal candidates mustdemonstratebehaviors consistent with our Core Values and be in good performance standing with no disciplinary issues

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to work in a manufacturing environment whenrequired including exposure to noise temperature variation and industrial equipment
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the manufacturing facility
  • Capability tolift upto 25 pounds occasionally
  • Visual acuity to read computer screens reports and documentation
  • Manual dexterity tooperatecomputer equipment and perform efficient data entry
  • Ability to climb stairs and navigate multi-level facilities
  • Hearing ability to communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to wear required PPE on production floor (hearing protection steel-toe shoes safety glasses)

Essential Skills:

  • Production Scheduling Proven ability to develop andmaintainaccurate efficient production schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple competing priorities
  • Manufacturing Knowledge Understanding of flexible packaging manufacturing processes including lamination printing and slitting operations with the ability to troubleshoot complex production challenges
  • Material & Resource Coordination Knowledge of material planning inventory management and supply chain coordination to ensure resource availability and meet production targets
  • Technical Proficiency Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PRISM software with the ability to work effectively within scheduling database systems
  • Advanced Excel Skills Preferredproficiencyin advanced Excel features including VLOOKUP pivot tables macros advanced IF functions (SUMIFS COUNTIFS AVERAGEIFS) and data visualization tools
  • Data Analysis & Reporting Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex production data track performance metrics and generate actionable insights and reports
  • Communication Skills Exceptional written and oral communication skills for effective collaboration across all organizational levels and functional areas
  • Problem-Solving & Decision-Making Proven ability toidentifyand resolve scheduling conflicts production delays and material shortages proactively and efficiently
  • Organization & Attention to Detail Strong organizational andlogisticsmanagement abilities with close attention to detail and efficient data entry skills
  • Multitasking & Adaptability Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while adapting quickly to changing production requirements and customer needs
  • Collaboration Strong active listening skills with the ability to work cross-functionally make accommodations as needed and build effective working relationships
  • Continuous Improvement Ability toidentifyopportunities and implement changes thatoptimizescheduling efficiency reduce costs and enhance overall plant performance

WHAT TO EXPECT

Work Environment:

  • Setting: Primarily office-based with regular plant floor exposure
  • Conditions: Moderate noise levels from production equipment; occasional exposure to noise chemicals and temperature variation on the plant floor
  • Schedule: Standard business hours with flexibility for operational needs; occasional overtime during peak production periods
  • Team Environment: Daily collaboration with production associates CDAs Planner Analysts and support groups in a fast-paced dynamic environment

COMPENSATION & PERKS:

  • Competitive Salary Exempt salaried position with competitive compensation
  • Benefits Package Medical Dental Vision 401K PTO STD and LTD Life Insurance Paid Holidays PPE Allowance
  • Career Growth Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and professional development

Printpack is proudly an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Embracing diversity enhances our work culture and is vital to our success. We do not discriminate based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy) national origin gender identity sexual orientation marital/parental status genetic information age national origin ancestry ethnicity disability marital status military or veteran status or affiliation or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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TAKE YOUR CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL IN MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS! Ready to make a real impact on production efficiency Were hiring a Plant Scheduler to join our Operations Planning team in our Bloomington Indiana location! This role is at the heart of our manufacturing operations coordinating product...

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