Production Planning & Scheduling Manager at Allegion

Farmington, Connecticut, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Manufacturing, Security, Access TechnologiesIndustries

Requirements

  • BS/BA degree in business or engineering discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience leading production scheduling processes
  • Advanced understanding and application of lean manufacturing/scheduling principles
  • Proven leadership abilities and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
  • Proficient with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience preferred)
  • Models and supports organization’s goals and values; adapts to changing conditions; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles
  • Excellent communication (oral and written) skills
  • Legally authorized to be employed in the United States (no sponsorship provided)

Responsibilities

  • Guide a team of Planning/Scheduling specialists that receive, schedule and promise daily customer and inter-company orders while balancing lead time and capacity constraints
  • Schedule multiple mixed model, make-to-order Value Streams to level load weekly requirements across the plant
  • Ensure weekly plant schedules align with weekly dedicated trucking schedules in order to meet weekly delivery schedules
  • Identify schedule constraints and work with plant leaders to mitigate the impact to the customer
  • Manage customer requests for changes, cancellations, or expedites based on end user needs
  • Work with suppliers to establish lead times and gain customer approval on custom finished materials
  • Conduct frequent lead-time analysis and publish lead times on a weekly basis
  • Perform data analysis and reporting of key performance indicators such as delivery performance, plant backlog, and performance to schedule
  • Facilitate demand planning discussions, translate demand to operational and supply chain requirements; facilitate operational capacity plan development; establish forecasts to suppliers; and identify risks to production
  • Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, develop alternative solutions while working with multiple teams
  • Drive continuous process improvement within the Planning/Scheduling process to reduce or eliminate manual processes
  • Document and maintain scheduling processes and procedures
  • Provide training on master production scheduling procedures and processes
  • Lead the overall planning and scheduling for manufacturing site(s), driving strategy to meet short and long-term delivery goals
  • Set expectations for the development and execution of daily/weekly/monthly goals and key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Work with manufacturing leaders and support teams on analyzing scenarios that balance capacity and demand while optimizing efficiency and on-time delivery
  • Work with team to continuously improve, automate, and streamline the scheduling process

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Production PlanningSchedulingCapacity PlanningDemand ForecastingKPI ManagementProcess ImprovementAutomationManufacturing OperationsTeam LeadershipScenario Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and responsibilities are required for the Production Planning & Scheduling Manager role?

The role requires leading a team of planning/scheduling specialists, scheduling mixed model make-to-order value streams, balancing capacity and demand, data analysis of KPIs like delivery performance and backlog, and facilitating demand planning discussions.

What is the company culture like at Allegion and Stanley Access Technologies?

Allegion fosters a world-class team of diligent problem solvers, innovators, fresh thinkers, and communicators who excite and inspire others, and was awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award in 2024 for its highly engaged workplace culture.

What qualifications make a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and have experience leading production planning teams, balancing capacity and demand, scheduling make-to-order value streams, and analyzing KPIs.

Allegion

Global provider of security solutions

About Allegion

Allegion provides security solutions that focus on securing doors and surrounding areas. Their product range includes mechanical locks, electronic access control systems, and biometric scanning devices, catering to various clients such as homeowners, businesses, and educational institutions. Allegion's products work by offering different methods of access control, from traditional keys to advanced technology that uses fingerprints or other biometric data for entry. What sets Allegion apart from competitors is their commitment to integrating new technologies into their security solutions while also adhering to environmental, social, and governance principles. The company's goal is to enhance safety and access for communities while driving innovation in the security industry.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$1,000MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive pay
PTO
Career development
More benefits

Risks

Emerging startups with innovative solutions could erode Allegion's market share.
Supply chain vulnerabilities in semiconductor components may disrupt electronic product production.
Rising raw material costs, especially metals, could impact Allegion's profit margins.

Differentiation

Allegion offers a comprehensive portfolio of mechanical and electronic security products.
The company operates in 120 countries under 23 brands, including Schlage and Von Duprin.
Allegion integrates ESG principles, focusing on innovation and community impact.

Upsides

Acquisitions like Unicel and Krieger enhance Allegion's product offerings and market reach.
The demand for touchless security solutions has surged post-COVID-19 pandemic.
Cloud-based access control systems offer scalability and remote management capabilities.

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