Production Scheduler

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Position Summary:

The Production Scheduler / Planner shall be responsible for generating the production schedule and strategically planning the material requirements to meet the production schedule for the department(s) assigned in order to ensure a smooth flow of materials and product to meet customer needs. The Production Scheduler / Planner shall be responsible for preparing, maintaining and distributing production schedules. The Production Scheduler / Planner shall be responsible for reporting daily production into the system to ensure accurate inventory of finished goods.

Salary: $50,000-$55,000 Annual Paid Hourly/Biweekly

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

• Work daily with Master Production Scheduler and Sales & Operations Planning Department to develop, publish and communicate production schedule to supervisors in order to meet customer delivery dates.
• Development and maintenance of an accurate and effective Work Measurement System; Ensures effective productivity measurements are established for identified functions in plant to fulfill orders from manufacture to shipment to customer.
• Work daily with corporate Production Scheduler to develop, publish and communicate production schedule to supervisors in order to meet customer delivery dates.

• Responsible for accurate and thorough inventory management and records. Has primary responsibility for preparation of month end reconciliation reports and adjustments.
• Ensures forward capacity issues are communicated and addressed with preventive actions.

Candidate Requirements:

• High School diploma
• College degree preferred
• 2-3 years total business experience: Scheduling, Purchasing, or Supply Chain preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• High level of professionalism required
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word), experience with an ERP/MRP system preferred
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Good attendance and punctuality required

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.