Production Planner Scheduler - Le Sueur Minnesota

 1. Position Summary The Production Scheduler is responsible for creating and managing production schedules to optimize efficiency, align resources, and ensure timely completion of production goals. 2. Duties & Responsibilities • Utilizes ERP systems, planning and scheduling software, or other database tools to develop and maintain master schedules and generate reporting. • Monitors daily production results and revises scheduling responsive to changes in the flow of materials, designs, equipment, or other resources. • Gathers data from internal teams to incorporate materials, inventories, resource availability, and delivery commitments into schedules. • Works on production job completions and is involved in inventory reconciliations and reporting. • Utilizes knowledge of production specifications, manufacturing processes, materials availability, and application of mathematical planning tools to develop a plan. • Monitors status of production results and prepares reports on results against plan. • Provides effective communication across cross-functional departments as it pertains to production flow. • Willingly modifies work schedule and duties to accommodate Company needs. • Performs all other duties as assigned. May require successful completion of specific education, training, or certifications. 3. Education & Experience Requirements Minimum Education: • High School Diploma Preferred Education: • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree Minimum Skills/Experience: • 2 or more years of relevant experience. • Decision-making skills. • Effective time management. • Good communication skills. • Proficiency in MS Office. • High degree of Excel spreadsheet competency. Preferred Skills/Experience: • Above qualifications, plus 5 or more years of relevant experience. • Thorough knowledge of company manufacturing operations. 4. Functional Requirements Routinely able to: • Carry up to 10 pounds a minimal distance of 100 feet. • Walk multiple distances of up to 300 feet. • Reach forward, less than 90° shoulder flexion. • Sit for prolonged periods of time. • Climb stairs of varying heights. • Bend at trunk. • Crouch. • Reach overhead, over 90° shoulder flexion.