Production Scheduler
- BC, Canada
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This is a two-month contract opportunity for a Production Scheduler, with the possibility of extension based on performance and business requirements. The role provides an excellent chance to support production operations in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the efficiency of the team.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage production schedules to meet deadlines and optimize efficiency.
- Coordinate with production teams to ensure materials and resources are available as needed.
- Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as required to address delays or changes in priorities.
- Communicate with various departments to ensure alignment on production timelines.
- Maintain accurate records of production schedules, changes, and status updates.
- Analyze production capacity and propose adjustments to meet demand fluctuations.
- Resolve scheduling conflicts and identify areas for improvement in the scheduling process.
- Ensure all production activities are in compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Collaborate with inventory and supply chain teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Prepare and generate reports on production status and efficiency metrics.
Qualifications:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in production scheduling software and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing production requirements and priorities.
- Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to handling scheduling challenges.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production workflows.
- A background in production or operations management is preferred.
- A degree or diploma in supply chain management, operations, or a related field is an asset.
David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.
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Responsibilities
The Production Scheduler at Aplin will build and manage production schedules, adjust them when delays or priority changes occur, and keep materials and departments aligned. The role also tracks progress, keeps records and produces status and efficiency reports.
Requirements
Candidates need strong organization, production scheduling software skills, Microsoft Office proficiency and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes. A background in production or operations is preferred, and a supply chain or operations diploma is an asset.
Skills
- Production scheduling software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Production planning
- Capacity analysis
- Materials coordination
- Inventory coordination
- Manufacturing processes
- Production workflows
- Reporting
- Quality and safety compliance
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Cross-department coordination
Categories
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Consulting
Keywords
- production scheduler
- production planning
- production scheduling
- manufacturing scheduling
- production planner
- materials planning
- capacity planning
- inventory coordination
- supply chain
- production expediting
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- manufacturing processes
- operations
- contract
- Aplin
Seniority
Entry level
Tools
- Production scheduling software
- Microsoft Office
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Supply chain management
- Operations
- Related field