Master Scheduler
Company: OPW
Location: Skokie
Posted on: May 12, 2022
Job Description:
For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and
manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car
wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and
distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above ground
and below ground products for both conventional, vapour recovery
and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets.
Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break
couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and
car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North
America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices
around the world. OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is
publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under 'DOV'. To
learn more about OPW's 125 years of providing industry-leading
solutions, visit our website at www.opwglobal.com.Dover is a
diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7
billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty
systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and
support services through five operating segments: Engineered
Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps &
Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover
combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets
we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60
years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an
ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's
possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on
the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is
available at dovercorporation.com.The Master Scheduler is
responsible for the production planning for designated production
areas and/or product lines within the Midland Manufacturing
facility in Skokie, IL. This position will plan, schedule, and
expedite production and warehouse scheduling based on sales
forecasts and actual customer demand to ensure that products are
made and shipped according to the company's customer service levels
and inventory targets. This position plays a critical role in the
Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes and
Inventory Control Management with a focus on customer satisfaction,
profitability, inventory turns, and working capital.
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Responsibilities:
- Create and coordinate detailed production schedules for
designated areas.
- Organize, formulate and prepare production schedules to meet
customer specific requirements, forecasted demand, inventory
targets and manufacturing capacities.
- Monitor in-process work orders to ensure meeting schedule. Keep
informed of manufacturing status and, when needed, initiate the
necessary steps to meet commitments.
- Act as a liaison with Customer Service, production,
engineering, and others on matters pertaining to schedules,
production, methods, materials and design to resolve day-to-day
problems and improve systematic methods.
- Ensure compliance with all quality regulations, standards and
corporate policies including but not limited to ISO 9001:2015 and
AAR M-1003 for assigned department.
- Communicate closely with the accounting department to ensure
job costing accuracy.
- Participates in the SIOP process as requested to provide
optimum customer service.
- Collaborates with other departments in the company to ensure
that the appropriate data is available and accurate to be reviewed
at the SIOP meetings.
- Partner with Customer Service, Purchasing and operations to
determine if the sales order requirements can be met.
- Works closely with the Production Manager and Warehouse
Supervisor to ensure teamwork and collaboration across departments
to ensure the customer orders and deadlines are met on-time.
- Works closely with the purchasing team to analyze supply and
demand issues to facilitate resolution throughout the supply
chain.
- Shares best practice methods, processes and ideas across the
company to drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the
business.
- Assists with Physical Inventory.
- Maintains key performance indicators that relate to the
inventory planning and scheduling functions.
- Other duties as assigned by supervision.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree is required. Concentration in Supply Chain,
manufacturing or logistics preferred
- 5+ years of experience in Production Control, Master
Scheduling, production planning or related experience is
required
- Experience working in ERP systems requires, Oracle experience
preferred.
Desired Characteristics, Competence and Capabilities:
- Demonstrated proficiency in effectively influencing decision
making at various levels of the organizations
- Ability to lead, influence, communicate and interact with
people of all levels across organization and external partners
- Solid analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle changing priorities, manage multiple tasks
and work within tight timeframes and deadlines
- Knowledge and experience with participating in Lean Process
Improvements.
- Thorough knowledge of supply chain processes and procedures
including manufacturing planning, demand and replenishment
processes in a manufacturing environment
- Thorough knowledge of manufacturing systems as they relate to
manufacturing planning processes
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and ability
to work well with others
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:
- This position is performed a manufacturing environment and
office environment. May be exposed to loud operating machinery,
cold temperatures, chemicals, and vapors
- May require a combination of sitting, standing, and
walking
- May require use of Personal computer, fax machine, copy
machine, other office equipment, Microsoft Office, Access,
PowerPointAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic
information, or any other factors prohibited by law.This position
may be located in: Americas : United States : Illinois : SkokieSub
Division : Rail - North AmericaJob Requisition ID : 42383
Keywords: OPW, Skokie , Master Scheduler, Professions , Skokie, Illinois
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