Job Description
Preform Solutions, Inc., based in Sioux Falls, SD, is a well-established manufacturer of plastic products serving the packaging industry for over 20 years. As a trusted local employer, Preform Solutions, Inc. offers a collaborative work environment focused on quality and reliability. The Production Scheduler plays a key role in ensuring efficient production operations by managing schedules, resolving conflicts, and maintaining clear communication across teams. This position is ideal for individuals who are detail-oriented, analytical, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Responsibilities
- Monitor production progress and compare it to established schedules to ensure timely completion of orders.
- Resolve scheduling conflicts by gathering and analyzing relevant information and coordinating effective solutions.
- Plan, schedule, coordinate, and oversee products through the entire production cycle, ensuring all deadlines are met.
- Collaborate with management, marketing, sales, and production teams to provide input and align schedules with business needs.
- Address material shortages, backlogs, and other potential disruptions to maintain smooth production flow.
- Track the progression of production orders, investigate factors affecting schedules, and adjust plans as necessary.
- Calculate and report on-time delivery performance and production area efficiency to support continuous improvement.
- Monitor completed customer inventory, update records, and report any issues requiring action.
- Work closely with Customer Service to provide timely updates and information to customers.
- Perform other related duties as needed to support department and site objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy in work.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with various teams.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make decisions as needed.
Compensation
Preform Solutions, Inc. offers a competitive starting pay for this position, with the actual rate dependent on previous job experience.
Schedule
- Typically Monday through Friday, day shift.
- Some overtime may be required depending on workload.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Local area, Day shift, Monday to Friday,