Production Scheduler

PTC is a leading manufacturer and marketer of welded and cold drawn mechanical steel tubing and tubular shapes, plated bar and tubing, and fabricated parts and precision components.We at PTC value our employees’ health and wellness. We offer the following:FREE HealthcareHSA optionDentalVisionLife InsuranceDependent & Spouse Life InsuranceLong Term DisabilityCritical Illness & Accident Coverage401K plan with company matchReferral BonusEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Annual college scholarship available for children & grandchildren of PTC employeesTuition Reimbursement eligibilityJob Summary:Monitor production in accordance to guidelines set by operations management of the plant to work to obtain maximum output of production in the most efficient manner, meet promised shipping dates, and ensure raw material is ordered to meet requirements.Also responsible to monitor and manage all inventories to ensure that they have accurate information to meet company expectations. Responsible to complete monthly inventory close-outs and submit reports to companyEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Primary responsibility for coordinating production activities by preparing Formulas, recipes, batches and internal sales orders, checking the scheduling of the Plant to obtain maximum output of production and controlling the proper stock inventories.Analyzes procedures for possible improvements, which would increase efficiency and achieve better results.Answers technical questions raised by employees and maintains harmonious relations within the department.Assembles production reports as required.Maintains schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.Plans sequence of manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers.Communicates with department supervisors to determine status of assigned production objectives and schedules. Makes changes as required.Enters and maintains purchase orders and releases into software system. Assist as a backup in Shipping and Receiving. Additional responsibilities include inputting production sheets into the computer network system and edit information as required. He/she will be responsible for generating reports from the computer system as required by management.The incumbent works with general supervision making routine decisions based upon knowledge of the customers, products and services offered by PTC Alliance.The incumbent is expected to understand that all employees have a shared responsibility for the quality of products and related services provided to our customers. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the PTC Quality Management System and its policies, procedures and work instructions as applicable to the job or function being performed.The above description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job. As with all jobs, the employee will be required to perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:Equivalent to a 2 year associate college degree with 3 years’ experience in manufacturing environment. A bachelor degree in a business related field or demand planning is a strong plus. This position requires a candidate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Close attention to detail is required. The ability to analyze problems and develop solutions to satisfy customers is a strongly desired skill. Attention to detail and good organization and planning skills are required.Number of Direct Reports: NoneJob Titles of Direct Reports: NoneSkills and Abilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Other Skills and Abilities: Must be computer literate and able to work with programs such as Word, Excel, etc., and be able to learn and use HP programs such as e-mail, established programs, etc.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Normal office conditions. May enter manufacturing area of plant where noise level is high.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alliance Tubular Holdings Llc