Production Scheduler

LHH is seeking a Production Scheduler for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client near Richmond, Indiana. In this role, you will have the opportunity to join a high-performing team at a long-standing company that has experienced consistent growth and business expansion. You will be responsible for coordinating raw materials and creating effective production schedules to meet customer demands. The compensation is commensurate to experience and will range between $82,000-87,000 per year and includes comprehensive medical insurance options, Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan with a company match. ***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.*** RESPONSIBILITIESAnticipate planning needs based upon recent customer order history, forecasted orders, and current stock levelsConfirm accurate stock levels of all raw materials and packaging components are in place before adding to production scheduleAssist the Production Manager in leading planning meetings with associates prior to the start of production shiftsConfirm new sales orders and coordinate with the operations team to ensure the production schedules are accurate and meet lead timesResponsible for the development and accuracy of inventory management reportsCommunicate with customers regarding forecast demand reviews, lead time on finished goods, etc.Collaborate with the purchasing team regarding purchase orders and assist them in coordinating the logistics through delivery of component and raw material inventoryCommunicate daily movement of materials, assist with inventory control, and clear discontinued, damaged and/or obsolete inventory itemsImplement continuous improvement methods (Six Sigma, Lean, etc.) whenever possible QUALIFICATIONSBachelor Degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management or related field is preferredMinimum of three years of production planning and/or production scheduling experience within a manufacturing setting is requiredMust possess strong technical skills with hands-on experience creating and modifying production schedules through an ERP software systemPreference toward candidates with manufacturing experience within an industrial environment with multiple production linesIdeal candidates will possess a Six Sigma Belt and/or APICS certification (but not required)Working knowledge of value streams, cost drivers, and core components of cost structures if preferredMust self-motivated, detail-oriented, and results-drivenMust be a natural problem-solver who possesses excellent communication skills***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.*** If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Production Scheduler Job near Richmond, IN, please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance #LHH / #JobOpening / #HiringNow / #NowHiring / #Hiring / #WorkWithUs / #JobAlert / #JobSearch / #CareerOpportunity / #HotJobs / #JoinOurTeam / #JobSeekers / #CareerGoals / #JobHunt / #JobVacancy / #ProductionScheduling / #MaterialsPlanning / #InventoryManagement / #CapacityPlanning / #ERPSystems / #ProductionScheduler / #MasterScheduler / #ProductionPlanner / #SchedulingCoordinator / #SupplyChainScheduler / #ManufacturingJobs / #SupplyChainJobs / #OperationsJobs / #IndustrialJobs / #FactoryJobs / #IndianaJobs / #MidwestJobs / #USJobs / #RichmondIN