Production Scheduler

Production Scheduler - AlabasterCroda is a FTSE 100 organization where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, creates 'our Purpose, Smart science to improve lives™'. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialize in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets.We are focused on developing our inclusive culture through accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.As we deliver our ambitious 2030 Growth Strategy, we're looking for a Production Scheduler, responsible for production scheduling using SAP, ERP, or an approved alternate software to meet customer orders and stock plans. This position works closely with customer service, production, quality, and purchasing to understand and communicate scheduling plans.Who We're Looking For:· High school diploma required, AA, AS, or BS preferred in a technical field.· Engineering or Production Management experience is a plus.· Project management skills.· Ability to progress multiple projects simultaneously to successful conclusions under own initiative.· Working knowledge of FDA regulations.· Knowledge of chemical laboratory procedures, standard research techniques and equipment.· Demonstrated technical/analytical skills and attention to detail.· Must be able to identify problems encountered in development work and recommend possible solutions.· Must have oral and written proficiency in the English language.· Material Management experience in an ERP.· Experience in Production Planning Modules in an ERP or equivalent system.· Advanced knowledge of manufacturing operations and schedules, chemical industry preferred.· Ability to schedule multiple activities with competing priorities.· Ability to interface with all levels in the organization, including manufacturing or lab personnel and senior management.· Ability to drive teams and suppliers to complete commitments and projects in a timely manner.· Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Excel are required: pivot tables and graphs; expertise with word-processing and presentation software; with proficiency in PowerPoint to create and edit presentations.· Exceptional presentation and facilitation skills.· Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and customers.· Ability to handle and complete multiple tasks simultaneously.· Ability to prioritize projects and activities.What You'll Be Doing:· Accurate and timely day to day scheduling and prioritization of process orders in response to production plans and demand plans as well as changing business needs.· Completion of production schedules that maximize capacity, minimize stocking levels, and improve OEE while minimizing downtime throughout all production resources.· Using SAP MRP, or some alternate ERP MRP, continually review proposed output and make decisions on the viability of turning planned order requirements into firm process orders.· Ensure all forward demands are being met and take appropriate action to add, move or cancel production to minimize working capital.· Identify and action reworking material to continually minimize blocked and aging stock with input from Quality.· Ability to resolve problems with scheduling issues to reliably and accurately meet established KPIs.· Investigate and respond to customer complaints, production deviations, or safety investigations.· Effectively communicate the production schedule and any issues arising from it to production, procurement, customer service, sales, and management.· Participate and/or lead the weekly tactical sales and operational planning sessions at the site.· Facilitate daily production meetings, providing key scheduling information to improve the efficiency of the manufacturing process and to optimize capacity.· Provide feedback into the maintenance scheduling process to prioritize maintenance efforts and to minimize customer delays due to maintenance downtime.What We Offer:The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:· Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately.· Generous PTO· 401K Match· Wellness Reimbursement· Parental Leave· Career Development· Company paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance· Short- and long-term disability· Paid HolidaysAdditional Information:This is a site-based role located at our Alabaster, Alabama site.If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io Croda?At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate based on any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.