Scheduler en Pratt Industries

Title: Plant Scheduler

Reports to: Plant Manager

Summary: As Plant Scheduler, you will be responsible for scheduling machine operations and coordinating all production activities. You will work closely with the sales, sales service, and shipping departments to ensure that customer orders are handled efficiently and on time.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Schedule production machines in the most effective and efficient way possible.
• Coordinate production activities with sales, sales service, and shipping to ensure customer orders are processed correctly.
• Lead scheduling meetings with various staff members to discuss shipping deadlines, new orders, and any outstanding issues.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous experience in a corrugated scheduling department or a box plant operation is essential.
• Preferred qualifications include strong computer literacy and data entry skills.

Language Skills

You must be able to read, analyze, and interpret production reports, technical procedures, and manuals. The role requires strong written communication skills for creating business reports and correspondence, as well as the ability to effectively communicate with customers and other employees.

Mathematical Skills

The ability to calculate figures related to production scheduling, including discounts, percentages, and volume, is required.

Reasoning Ability

You should be able to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions and measurements, whether they are in written, oral, or diagram form.

Technical Skills

Knowledge of product and machinery specifications, computer data entry, and quality standards such as ISO 9001/2000 and EMS 14001 is necessary for success in this role.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This is a physically active role that requires frequent walking, standing, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 50 pounds. The work environment can be loud and may expose you to humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and airborne particles.