Assistant Scheduler

Job Description Job Description The Assistant to the Scheduler/Production Manager supports the planning, scheduling, and daily operational oversight of the manufacturing facility, with a primary focus on the Stamping Press Room. This role works closely with the Scheduler/Production Manager to coordinate production schedules, monitor press room performance, maintain accurate production data, and serve as a liaison between production staff, maintenance, quality, and materials/inventory teams. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable on the shop floor, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced stamping environment. Key Responsibilities Scheduling & Production Support Assist in developing, updating, and communicating daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules for assembly floor, stamping press room and related operations. Track job progress against schedule and flag delays, bottlenecks, or capacity conflicts to the Production Manager. Coordinate material availability, tooling readiness, and die changeovers with materials, tooling, and maintenance teams to keep the schedule on track. Update and maintain scheduling software (e.g: weekly schedule, job description sheets, run quantities, due dates). Help prioritize rush orders, expedites, engineering changes, and customer-driven schedule shifts. Stamping Press Room Operations Support Monitor daily press room operations, including press uptime, changeover times, scrap rates, and output against targets. Monitor assembly room operations, including machine down time, tooling issues that could affect production and impact schedule, scrap rates, efficiencies and outputs against targets. Assist in coordinating die changes, preventive maintenance windows, and tooling logistics with maintenance and tooling crews. Support supervisor and press room team leads with production paperwork, job travelers, and work instructions. Track and report downtime causes (mechanical, tooling, material, quality) and help identify recurring issues. Data & Reporting Compile daily/weekly production reports (output, efficiency, scrap, downtime) for the Production Manager and plant leadership. Maintain accurate records of run rates, cycle times, and press and other machines capacity for scheduling purposes. Review machine loading reports Assist with data entry and reconciliation between the shop floor and computer system. Prepare summaries and backup data for production meetings. Communication & Coordination Act as a point of contact between the Production Manager and shift supervisors, operators, quality, maintenance, and materials/warehouse teams. Relay schedule changes, priority shifts, and production updates clearly and promptly across shifts. Participate in weekly production/shift-change meetings and take notes/action items as needed. Support new hire orientation logistics and training schedule coordination for new staff, as directed. Administrative Support Manage calendars, meetings, and correspondence for the Production Manager as needed. Maintain organized files for schedules, production reports, etc. Assist with special projects such as capacity planning, new product devolpment, or continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications Required High school diploma or GED required. 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing production, scheduling, or administrative support role (stamping, metal forming, welding, aerospace or other advanced manu Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word); comfortable learning Seymour Sheridan’s proprietary scheduling system. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities. Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with operators, supervisors, and management. Ability to read and interpret production schedules, work orders, and basic blueprints/routings. Basic understanding of stamping press operations, tooling/die changes, and press room terminology (or willingness to learn quickly) a plus, but not required. Experience of manufacturing procedures in general, welding operations, assembly operations a plus, but not required. Preferred Associate degree in business, manufacturing, industrial technology, or related field. Experience with ERP systems a plus. Familiarity with OEE, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement concepts. Prior experience specifically in a stamping press room or metal stamping facility. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Ability to work on the manufacturing floor in a stamping press environment (noise, moving equipment, PPE required). Ability to walk/stand for extended periods and move between office and shop floor throughout the shift. Must be comfortable in a factory environment: this is NOT a desk job. Occasional lifting of production paperwork, samples, or parts (up to 35 lbs). Occasionally heavier lifting if assisting out in the Stock Room. Must comply with all facility safety requirements, including PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, etc.). Core Competencies Organization & time management Attention to detail and data accuracy Cross-functional communication Problem-solving under time pressure Adaptability in a dynamic production environment Basic technical/mechanical aptitude related to stamping and assembly operations Ability to understand complex operational steps for part production Schedule 6:00AM- 2:30PM Monday-Friday This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.