Production Scheduler/Coordinator Job in Ames, Iowa US
Production Scheduler/Coordinator
Manpower Professional is currently seeking a Production Scheduler/Coordinator for one of our Clients in Ames, IA. This is a temp to hire position. SUMMARY Plan and prepare production schedules in a timely and economically efficient manner while satisfying customer demands. Manage inventory levels to insure materials are on hand to support production schedule and monitor inventory to meet budgeted levels. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. -Plans and formulate production schedules for all production equipment to conform with releases, ready dates, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs, and inventory requirements. -Commits ready dates for all customer orders through the customer service department and provides ready dates for all customer inquiries. -Communicates any scheduling issues to Customer Service so they can keep customers informed. -Maintains current knowledge of manufacturing procedures, capacities and capabilities, company products and components, and production control procedures. Utilizes this knowledge in the scheduling of equipment. -Revises schedules and orders to suit order changes, cancellations, etc. -Presents the schedule in the daily scheduling meeting. -Coordinates the movement of raw material in and out of the outside warehouses. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent from two year college or technical school preferred and two years related scheduling experience. Manpower is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA)