Production Scheduler / Planner Position Available In Pickens, South Carolina

Production Scheduler / Planner Production Planning Liberty, SC Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co. is a world leader in the manufacture of fire sprinklers and related system valves as well as a major distributor of a full line of fire sprinkler system components and fabricated piping solutions to the fire sprinkler industry since 1920. Are you interested in being part of team who plays a crucial role of the fire protection industry’s goal of saving lives and reducing property damage? We have an opportunity for you! Summary The Production Planner plans, schedules, and expedites production order details to correlate with production floor schedules and capacities, in conjunction with finished goods inventory, raw material and customer demands. Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for planning and managing the stock production schedules to ensure timely completion of all customer orders Analyzes sale order demands which include, but not limited to, release dates and backorders, material equipment, and production order date changes Reviews system generated reports to obtain information, such as material status, production progress, sales forecasts, and distribution requirements Assigns priorities in the Daily Schedule Tool to effectively communicate with the production floor and Customer Service Department regarding defining which product and quantity to produce with completion dates assigned Works closely with Production Supervisors, Buyers, and Quality Assurance in executing the daily schedule to achieve and constantly maintain a high degree customer satisfaction and productivity Monitors and reviews information in the Automatic Replenishment System to maintain the optimum levels of material needed Researches material shortages and production planning deficiencies while developing countermeasures to prevent further situations Identifies and resolves production planning issues and monitors work in process for accuracy of all work orders, regardless of status Sets up data for system applications as related to production planning and Pull System material flow to accommodate work order reporting, material requisitions, and inventory accuracy Reviews weekly preventative maintenance schedules and interacts with other planners and manufacturing departments to correctly assess impact on daily schedules and/or customer service Initiates transactions in all computer applications accurately Participates in continuous improvement activities and safety initiatives as assigned Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules, procedures, instructions, devices, equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor. Performs other duties as directed Skills and Competencies Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy Strong written, oral and verbal communication skills Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills Excellent critical thinking skills Excellent time management ability Prioritize and complete a variety of task in a timely manner Strong self-motivation skills Possess strong commitment to team environment while working well with others Demonstrates an understanding of computer software as it relates to lean manufacturing, production planning, scheduling, inventory control and pull systems Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP Software Qualifications High School Diploma Advanced Degree Preferred in Inventory Management, Logistics, or related field APICS Certification Preferred 2-4 years of Production Planning Experience within a manufacturing environment