Lead Production Scheduler

• Ensures that the master production schedule is created, maintained and distributed to optimize production to meet delivery schedules and forecasted customer demand
• Create and maintain master scheduling KPIs and Dashboards to support production execution and continuous improvement
• Provide strategic input to maintain capacity vs load forecast and priority dispatch of orders
• Develop, maintain and enhance local production statistics and measurements and provide detailed reporting and analysis as required by Sales and Senior Management
• Review and validate guidelines in scheduling software Tactic; have an intimate knowledge of the sequence of production, set-up times (fixed & variable), and delay-after times
• Maintain a current database of client requirement/Service Level Agreements
• Collaborate with multiple production supervisors to communicate optimized schedules and update Tactic based on production feedback
• Add and maintain preventative maintenance windows, machine capacity changes, and labour constraints in Tactic
• Continuously track schedule discrepancies or capacity issues on a daily basis and create relevant reporting in Tactic
• Actively participates in daily manufacturing status meetings to provide schedule updates, issues or concerns
• Engage with Sales & Client Services to establish schedules for incoming work (forecasted volumes) and ensure timely communication regarding schedule attainment
• Proactive approach to solving fulfillment challenges (schedule discrepancies, analyzing capacity, load balancing)
• Data mine and format information across multiple software applications
• Understanding global/ Regional forecasts in a medium/high volume - high mix manufacturing environment
• Train back-up Schedulers as requested
• Other duties as required to support the changing business needs
• Comply with G+D Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures and report any Environmental, Health & Safety hazards, incidents and concerns to the immediate supervisor/manager. Management will ensure employees are provided with job-specific Environmental, Health & Safety information and training and also ensure employees follow workplace Health & Safety policies and procedures

• Extensive experience creating detailed schedules and planning modules in a manufacturing environment
• 10+ years total industry manufacturing experience in a leadership role with significant work experience in Planning, Scheduling, Supply Chain, Logistics / Warehouse or another similar role

• Leadership skills and experience leading Production Planning & Scheduling Teams
• Proven experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• ERP system experience (SAP preferred), particularly with Bill of Material and product structure knowledge in ERP
• Exceptional analytical, attention to detail and organizational skills
• Capacity to think in careful and discerning ways to solve problems, analyze data and to recall and apply information
• Working knowledge of Tactic or BOWE production tracking system is an asset
• Able to perform in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Proven analytical mindset coupled with a strong business focus directed toward a commitment to optimization and efficiency
• Ability to build and support strong internal relationships with crossfunctional departments
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A self-starter with outstanding organizational and management skills and ability to work independently while managing and prioritizing multiple tasks in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Strong PC skills are required (MS Office, SAP) and a willingness to become an expert with Tactic Scheduling through curiosity & practice
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Proven skill set in Excel is a must.
• Must be able to work as a team player and maintain a positive attitude
• Aptitude for problem solving and troubleshooting with heightened attention to detail
• Demonstrates a commitment to the mission and motivation of a team and understands the dynamics of effective teamwork in order to attain higher levels of performance
• Practices meaningful two way communication and persuasively presents thoughts and ideas, in both written and verbal form, gaining commitment and ensuring support
• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity about the current environment and challenges the status quo with a bias towards action and continuous improvement
• Demonstrates the willingness to accept responsibility and accountability

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Mgmt, Logistics, or Business related field
• APICS certification - considered an asset
• CPIM - Certified Planning and Inventory Management - considered an asset
• SAP Certified Application Associate - Production Planning and Manufacturing - considered an asset

• Safety shoes and smock required on the production floor

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