Assistant Scheduler

Assistant Scheduler

The Assistant Scheduler supports the Scheduler with planning and preparation of production schedules for manufacture of precast/prestressed concrete products.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning and scheduling of multiple precast projects at the plant level
• Provide periodic review of schedules and prepare narratives
• Recommend corrective actions for projects behind schedule
• Present schedule to project managers and senior management and serve as a liaison between departments
• Coordinate special projects as requested
• Assist with the scheduling of plant production on a daily, weekly, and long-range basis
• Maintain and update long range production schedule for future plant work
• Schedule production 6 weeks ahead as accurately as possible
• Verify production daily for billing purposes using internet-based software
• Obtain project management and erection sequence or direction and prepare a production sequence from this data
• Schedule beds as efficiently as possible to cut down on material and labor costs to streamline overall efficiency
• Responsible for receiving and distributing shop tickets
• Maintain job files containing, take offs, job information sheets, and any engineering approved deviations from the shop tickets
• Be a point of contact between engineering, drafting, project management, the field, and the plant's operation group
• See that plant meets all contractual obligations and schedules
• Facilitate and/or participate in weekly scheduling and production meetings
• Enter piece mark data into finished goods system (dimensions, codes, yardage, etc.)
• Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety regulations and policies

Scope of Authority:

Works independently with little direct supervision. Reporting structure varies.

Characteristics (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Clear and effective written and verbal skills
• Analytical thinker with above average problem-solving skills
• Excellent ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to work well under pressure and time constraints
• Must be proactive
• Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
• Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors

Education and Technology:

High school diploma or GED required. Associates or bachelor's degree preferred. Four years related experience preferred. Two years previous industry specific scheduling experience or 3-5 years of industry specific production experience in a supervisory role.

Work Environment / Schedule:

Monday-Friday. Schedule varies with workload and location. Indoors/sheltered. Works in an office environment.

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE):

Safety glasses - High-visibility vest. Hard hat - Steel-toed shoes. Hearing protection. PPE only required with working at the plant.

Physical Requirements:

This is an office position which requires sitting, standing, and walking.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties as assigned may be required. All associates are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with Metromont's core values and to actively participate in all company safety, training, and observation programs.

Metromont LLC (Company) is an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. To this end, the Company does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including medical needs due to pregnancy, child birth or other medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected status. This Policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Company facilities.

The Company is also committed to making reasonable accommodations based on an individual's disability, religion, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions (including, but not limited to, lactation), or any other protected status where a reasonable accommodation is required under the law.

No form of unlawful discrimination, unlawful harassment, unlawful refusal to reasonably accommodate or unlawful retaliation will be tolerated.

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