Master Production Scheduler

Alfa Laval

$85K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Operations, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience in production scheduling or supply chain
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, preferably Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and process incoming EDI messages for order management
  • Coordinate daily and weekly production schedules aligning with demand
  • Firm new production orders and advise on material constraints
  • Replan existing production orders based on material arrivals and demand changes
  • Analyze delivery capability and identify risks or bottlenecks
  • Suggest and implement measures for securing production volumes
  • Collaborate with Planning, Sourcing, and Production teams for schedule execution

Benefits

  • Healthcare, dental and vision plans
  • Robust wellness program
  • Generous 401(k) plan
  • Paid holidays and time off
  • Dynamic and inclusive workplace environment
Full Job Description
About the job:

As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role being responsible for managing production schedules, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring timely delivery of products. Your expertise will help optimize our production processes and support our commitment to delivering high-quality products on schedule.

Currently, this is an onsite opportunity located in Richmond, VA.

As a part of the team, you will:
  • Manage EDI Inbox: Oversee and process incoming EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) messages to ensure accurate and timely order management.
  • Short-Term Scheduling: Coordinate daily and weekly production schedules for a 0-3-month horizon, ensuring alignment with customer demand and material availability.
  • Order Management: Firm new production orders, advising Planners on material constraints and potential issues.
  • Production Order Replanning: Replan existing production orders as needed, based on material arrivals and changes in order demand.
  • Delivery Capability Analysis: Analyze the capability to deliver products within a 0-3-month perspective, identifying risks and bottlenecks.
  • Continuous Improvement: Suggest and implement measures to secure expected production volumes and meet agreed lead times.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Planning, Sourcing and Production teams to ensure seamless execution of schedules. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual journal entries and cost allocations


We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

What you know:

You have a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Operations, Business Administration, or equivalent experience in production scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing environment and:
  • 3+ years of experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP, preferable on Dynamics 365 systems and Microsoft Office Suite.


At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval's future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right. The base salary for this role is typically $85,000 - $95,000.

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