Production Scheduler - Gorbel : Job Details

Gorbel's mission is simple: We improve people's lives.That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We're on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes - and we're looking for people like you to join us in that mission.We're currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel® Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York.Work Shift:Job Description:Job Description:Analyze material availability and labor requirements in a timely and efficient manner to meet production requirements and ship dates. Provide leadership in developing, improving material movement and Production Control Processes that minimize investment while achieving Inventory and Scheduling goals.Specific Duties:Schedule Quotes from Customer Service through Quote ManageEvaluate Expedite and De-Expedite requests for Customer OrdersRequest expedites for purchased material as requiredProcess Change Orders as requiredUnderstand the production capacity of each finite work center. Manage demand against the current production capacity of each finite work center and the production department as a wholeNegotiate achievable production schedules that meet both internal and external requirements. Create and maintain an excellent working rapport with all stakeholdersEvaluate the Capacity Report - and schedule special or large ordersAnalyze and establish ship dates or acceptable alternative dates on all incoming demand for Sales Orders/Service Orders/Change OrdersEnter monthly materials forecasts based on S&OP entries, and make weekly adjustmentsValidate Planning Bill of Materials ratio's on a quarterly basis to support the Plan for Every PartUnderstand the company's strategic goals and implement scheduling activities to support themMonitor Late Order Notices to reschedule jobs as requiredParticipate in cross-functional teams focused on process improvements, and supply chain developmentParticipate in weekly Project Management meetingsParticipate in ad hoc production meetings. Obtain up-to-the minute information regarding capacity and performance problems. Obtain agreement from all participants concerning modifications to the schedule. Flag potential issues and ensures that the organization addresses the issues in an effective and efficient mannerCollaborate with all functional areas of the company as requiredCross-train in all areas of scheduling, focusing on manufacturing processes, and coordinating an accurate flow of material to manufacturing in a timely and efficient mannerBackfill Schedulers as requiredLead or participate in projectsWrite, revise procedures as neededMinimum Requirements:College Degree or 2-5 years of equivalent experienceExperience with Microsoft OfficeExcellent communication skillsERP Experience required in manufacturing environmentPreferred Skills and Experience:Professional certifications in ASCM, APICS, CPIM, CSCP, CIRMWork Environment:ADA Physical/Mental/Workplace RequirementsOccasional lifting up to 25 lbs.Sitting, working at desk/personal computer for extended periods of timePrimary work environment is professional corporate officeGorbel® is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Gorbel® is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at 585-###-####.The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Gorbel, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.A reasonable estimate of the current range is: Min $55,341 - Max $79,481Minimum Salary: 55341.00 Maximum Salary: 79481.00 Salary Unit: Yearly