Purchaser/Scheduler

The Production Scheduling Associate is responsible for coordinating and scheduling production activities within the production teams (i.e. press, folding, gluing and etc.) to ensure efficient workflow, on-time order completion, and optimal use of equipment and labor. This role works closely with customer service, production supervisors, and purchasing to prioritize jobs, monitor production progress, and adjust schedules as needed to meet customer delivery commitments.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and maintain daily and weekly production schedules for the press and folding departments.

· Coordinate job priorities based on customer due dates, production capacity, and material availability.

· Communicate production schedules and updates to supervisors, operators, and cross-functional teams.

· Monitor work-in-progress and adjust schedules to address delays, equipment issues, or priority changes.

· Collaborate with customer service to ensure customer expectations and delivery timelines are met.

· Ensure production work orders are accurate and properly released to the production floor.

· Track production progress and provide updates on job status and potential schedule risks.

· Work closely with purchasing and inventory teams to confirm availability of materials required for scheduled jobs.

· Identify scheduling conflicts or bottlenecks and recommend solutions to improve workflow efficiency.

· Maintain accurate production scheduling records within the company’s ERP or scheduling system.

· Support continuous improvement efforts aimed at increasing productivity and reducing downtime.

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Qualifications

Education & Experience

· Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management and 5+ years of experience in sourcing and purchasing (manufacturing or distribution environment preferred).

· Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management and 3+ years of experience in sourcing and purchasing (manufacturing or distribution environment preferred).

Skills & Competencies

· Strong organizational and planning skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

· Excellent communication and coordination skills.

· Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

· Experience using ERP systems or production scheduling software preferred.

· High attention to detail and accuracy.

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Working Conditions

· Combination of office and production floor environment.

· Frequent interaction with production personnel and cross-functional teams.

· May require flexibility in work hours to support production demands.

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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· On-time production completion

· Schedule adherence

· Production workflow efficiency

· Reduction in scheduling conflicts and downtime

· Accuracy of work order releases

· Communication effectiveness across departments