Production Scheduler

Description

Lane Enterprises is excited to welcome a Production Scheduler to their team in Camp Hill, PA! From generous benefits, including monthly bonus opportunities and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), to great employee retention, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving organization that values self-starters and team players alike!

Benefits: Lane offers a generous benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Company paid Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, ESOP opportunity and a generous bonus incentive plan.

Job Summary:

The Production Scheduler is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring the production schedule to ensure timely manufacturing of plastic piping products. This role plays a key part in aligning production plans with customer demand, material availability, and plant capacity. The Scheduler collaborates closely with departments including Production, Sales, Engineering, Logistics, and Shipping to optimize resources and meet customer and company objectives.

Essential Responsibilities:

• • Analyze incoming orders and create production schedules that align with customer delivery requirements and inventory goals.
  • Run and interpret daily production reports using Lane's ERP system; schedule loads based on production rates and volume.
  • Work with Production Superintendents to forecast and manage short- and long-term production capacity.
  • Monitor and track inventory levels in SAP to ensure accuracy and alignment with capacity requirements; Maintain appropriate stock levels and regularly update product mix reports.
  • Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts by adjusting production timelines and communicating with relevant teams.
  • Generate and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production plans.
  • Review and manage work orders to accommodate current production schedule on a weekly basis.
  • Communicate clearly with plant teams on production expectations, changes, and issues.
  • Maintain scheduling systems and make recommendations for system improvements.
  • Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills & Abilities:

• • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a cross-functional team.
  • Understanding of facility layouts, production processes, and material flow.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Education and Experience:

• • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Associate's degree in business, operations, or similar field preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• • Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing in a stationary position, for prolonged periods.
  • Must be able to walk through plant environments and comply with safety and haz-mat requirements.
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
  • Must have clear vision to view documents and read computer screen.
  • Must be able to hear.
  The base salary range for this position is $47,000 - $56,000/year.