As the Site Scheduler you will coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments according to production schedules.
You Will:
Develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules to meet customer demand, optimize plant capacity, and achieve inventory targets.
Monitor production performance, material availability, and inventory levels, proactively resolving scheduling conflicts and production constraints.
Partner with Production, Materials, Customer Service, and Logistics teams to prioritize work, coordinate inter-plant transfers, and ensure on-time delivery.
Analyze production and inventory data using SQL and Power BI to identify trends, support decision-making, and improve scheduling efficiency.
Utilize SAP and other manufacturing systems to manage production plans, workflow, and material requirements while maintaining data accuracy.
Support a safe, quality-focused operation by following company policies, food safety requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives
You Have:
Associates degree or equivalent experience
Strong mathematical, analytical, and written communication skills
Experience scheduling production in a manufacturing environment.
Strong proficiency with Excel, SQL, Power BI and SAP (or another ERP/MRP system)
As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:
- Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
- EAP, Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
- Accidental Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
- Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
- Paid Company Holidays
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Caregiving via Care.com
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
- Travel Assistance
- Employee Discount Programs
Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Skills Required
- Associate degree or equivalent experience
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Strong written communication skills
- Experience scheduling production in a manufacturing environment
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Strong proficiency with SQL
- Strong proficiency with Power BI
- Strong proficiency with SAP or another ERP/MRP system
What We Do
Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, the company designs and manufactures high-quality, rigid plastic containers for the food, beverage, and consumer products industries, including automotive and aerosol products. Operating over 60 sites worldwide, Plastipak focuses on innovation and sustainability to provide packaging for some of the world's most recognized and respected brands.
