We are looking for a talented Production Scheduling Coordinator - Level III to join our team specializing in Supply Chain Planning for our Cummins Inc. facility in North Charleston, SC.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Deliver reliable, customer-focused production schedules by aligning demand, sales forecasts, capacity, and new business opportunities under minimal supervision.
- Optimize end-to-end material flow by coordinating raw material, work-in-process, and finished goods strategies with Materials, Operations, and Customer Service.
- Support a safe and compliant work environment by adhering to HSE standards, reporting incidents or hazards, and actively participating in required training.
- Strengthen quality outcomes by following standard work and quality procedures, performing master data checks, and supporting Plan for Every Part (PFEP) accuracy.
- Enable on-time delivery by creating realistic daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules and managing approved changes within established time fences.
- Minimize production risk by proactively identifying and addressing constraints such as downtime, material shortages, bottlenecks, and routing or kitting issues.
- Drive schedule attainment by analyzing performance data, communicating effectively with cross-functional partners, and holding Logistics and Operations teams accountable.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by participating in quality, safety, process, and material flow initiatives while maintaining flexibility to meet evolving business needs.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Leverage the materials planning system as the primary tool to balance supply and demand, resolve exception messages through root cause analysis, and support informed decision-making.
- Manage part change control activities by evaluating and implementing engineering changes while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory and protecting customer delivery commitments.
- Apply Plan for Every Part (PFEP) principles, to ensure the right part is available at the right time, quantity, and location across the end-to-end supply chain.
- Translate master production and demand plans into effective capacity strategies by identifying constraints, evaluating options, and negotiating schedule or resource adjustments to meet ATP commitments.
- Drive supply chain performance by establishing and maintaining a valid master production schedule, interpreting materials KPIs, and balancing trade-offs to improve operational and customer outcomes.
Education/Experience
- High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
- This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
- Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience in an equivalent field such as materials planning, production scheduling, manufacturing, or inventory control.
- 5-7 years of relevant work experience is preferred.
Additional Information
Core Responsibilities
- Execute daily and weekly production schedules to align with customer demand, operational capacity, and business priorities.
- Manage work order prioritization based on component availability, constraints, and changing production needs to maintain schedule adherence.
- Monitor schedule performance and proactively identify risks (e.g., material shortages, capacity constraints), coordinating with cross-functional teams to resolve issues quickly.
- Maintain accuracy of scheduling data in ERP/planning systems and ensure alignment between system outputs and shop floor execution.
- Communicate schedule changes, priorities, and risks clearly to operations, supply chain, and leadership stakeholders.
Desired Skills, Education & Experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret production, inventory, and scheduling data.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and/or planning tools, with experience managing schedules or work orders in a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across operations, materials, and leadership teams.
- High school diploma or associate degree required; bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or engineering preferred.
Compensation (for United States)
Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The
final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s
qualifications and experience, where appropriate.
About UsCummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.Skills Required
- High school diploma or certificate of completion (or equivalent experience)
- Associate degree (supply chain, business, or related) or equivalent experience
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or engineering
- 5-7 years relevant experience in materials planning, production scheduling, manufacturing, or inventory control
- Proficiency in ERP systems and/or planning tools; experience managing schedules or work orders
- Experience using materials planning systems to balance supply and demand and resolve exceptions
- Knowledge and application of Plan for Every Part (PFEP) principles
- Experience with part change control and managing engineering changes to minimize excess/obsolete inventory
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret production, inventory, and scheduling data
- Effective communication and ability to collaborate with operations, materials, and leadership
- May require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
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