Production Scheduling Coordinator - Contract at Westlake

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field
5 years of supply chain or other relevant experience
Proficient computer skills in MS Excel, Access, Word and Outlook
APICS certification is preferred
Experience with SAP/JDE is preferred
Able to multi-task and display a high level of company/team spirit in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Knowledge of master data including material master MRP, BOMs, routing and ECN process

Responsibilities

Execute Plant Standard Operating Procedures including Extrusion, Fabrication and Slotting into a 4-week production schedule for regional assigned plants
Coordinate products transfer for shared production among sites
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Customer Service, Warehouse and Shipping to meet production and customer requirements, including executing schedule changes in coordination with Operations and Customer Service and working with Customer Service to improve on-time deliveries
Planning and prioritizing operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay
Work with plant managers and purchasing to arrange manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand
Establish and communicate weekly frozen schedule with Operations
Scheduling of Make to Order items – includes establishing dates, defining required upcharges or minimum QTY, filling orders to meet required ship dates and advise Customer Service team
Maintain inventory target on a monthly basis. Manage safety stocks effectively, account for stock transfer lead time and demand variability
Work with S&OP and Capacity analysis team to follow the strategy for long term planning
Reviewing open orders in ERP system to ensure order fulfillment
Monitor and maintain MRP planning parameters for responsible manufactured items

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Production SchedulingERPMRPBOMS&OPInventory ManagementCapacity PlanningMaterial MasterRoutingECN

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for the Production Scheduling Coordinator role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field and 5 years of supply chain or other relevant experience are required. APICS certification and experience with SAP/JDE are preferred.

What computer skills are needed for this position?

Proficiency in MS Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook is required, along with knowledge of ERP systems, master data including material master MRP, BOMs, routing, and ECN process.

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 kind of work environment and soft skills are important for this role?

The role is in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment requiring the ability to multi-task, display high company/team spirit, and demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.