Production Scheduler

Job Purpose:

 Manor Concepts is currently undergoing expansion and change within the manufacturing plant.

It is changing the way production is scheduled and controlled with a new ERP system.

To support these changes this new role is being created within the Manufacturing Department for a Production Scheduler.

Job Description:

 The job function involves the following:

• Data entry and management within the business ERP system.
• Creation and collation of manufacturing works orders and schedules for the metal shop processes.
• Planning and requesting via purchasing raw materials in line with the production schedules.
• Pre checking / amending work order requirements prior to final production release.
• Monitor progress to schedules with the Metal Shop supervision.
• Liaising between the different departments within the company.

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities for the role are:

• Regularly co-ordinate with planning department regarding the overall production schedule.
• Creation and collation of manufacturing works orders and schedules for the metal shop processes.
• In conjunction with the Metal Shop supervision monitor the adherence to the schedules and adjust where required to make effective use of resources (machines and people)
• Ensure that the company works order system is used correctly to enable product traceability, printing and collating picking schedules making sure that we are working to the correct revision.
• Pre checking / amending work order requirements prior to final production release.
• Stock control of raw materials including safety stocks, monitor and report to purchasing any shortages / issues.
• Work closely with the other departments of the business to share information in a timely manner.

The person:

The individual will preferably have experience or knowledge in the following:-

• Use of and ERP / MRP system
• Previous planning, scheduling or administrative role
• Worked in a manufacturing environment.
• Numerate and accurate
• Proficient in the use of MS office software (word and excel)