Production Admin

Description: Hayfield Window & Door is a growing manufacturer of premium quality vinyl windows and consistently ranks as a Top 100 Window and Door Manufacturer in North America. Hayfield Window and Door benefits include: Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) plan Vacation pay Sick Days and Paid Holidays Questions? Contact Emily Dahl, emilyd@hayfieldwindows.com or 507-477-3704 The role requires superior organization and planning skills, since production admin examine customer orders, available staff and inventory, and machinery capabilities to effectively set and manage production schedules, often for multiple lines. They will also identify opportunities to make processes more efficient and cut down on production costs through more effective scheduling. Essential Functions: Print and prepare paperwork for the production lines. Analyze customer orders and requests, delivery dates, plant personnel and equipment capabilities, and inventory availability, to create an actionable and efficient production schedule. Prioritizing workflow to ensure customer deadlines are met. Assist in adjusting production schedule based on changing conditions within the manufacturing pipeline such as equipment breakdowns, or delayed material deliveries. Become familiar with the company’s manufacturing process, workforce, equipment capabilities, and physical inventories. Identify opportunities to improve the manufacturing and production process through more effective schedule management. Primary Responsibilities: Schedule demand based on the product mix and provided accurate lead times to sales department Collaborates with purchasing to periodically compare current and anticipated orders with available inventory of raw materials; uses judgment to anticipate demand for and communicate additional supplies needed Alerts appropriate staff of master schedule changes or delays Printed Paperwork on-time delivery Performs other related duties, as required Requirements: Education and Experience: Knowledge of scheduling software preferred or experience with similar software platforms. Window industry experience is strongly preferred 1-2 years of related experience preferred Preferred Experience using production planning systems Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.