We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Scheduler to join our team. This position is well-suited to an enthusiastic team player with a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
This position is based in the Samples & Boards Department. As a Production Scheduler, you will be responsible for scheduling the production of point-of-sale (POS) and sampling products, ensuring timely and efficient delivery across the supply chain, from manufacturing through to installation.
Responsibilities:
1. Production Planning and Manufacture: Work from the POS Programme, coordinate with the Materials Controller, collaborate with the Marketing Department, schedule production of non-standard display boards, monitor production processes, assign production efficiently, communicate the production schedule, keep production and delivery dates updated in Business Central.
2. Production Data: Set up new products in Business Central (ERP), update and maintain the Merchandising Database, assist the Materials Controller, maintain document control, work with Boards and Samples Team leaders.
3. Sample Materials Planning: Schedule in-house cutting of flooring samples and associated products as requested, ensuring available machine capacity.
4. POS Information Management: Raise orders for both internal production and subcontractors.
5. Other Responsibilities: Act as the main point of contact for all manufacturing-related queries, assist the Production Manager during product launch meetings, support Team Leaders.
6. Additional Duties: Provide support for Team Leaders, assist in moving production staff, maintain an up-to-date contact sheet for suppliers, system IT contacts, and carriers.
Requirements:
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently and manage priorities.
* Calm, level-headed, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional telephone manner.
* Experience in manufacturing planning, logistics, or stock control is an advantage.
* Proficiency in Excel and Word for planning and reporting purposes.
* Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Navision/Business Central) is ideal.
* A confident, clear communicator with effective decision-making skills.
* A logical, detailed, and methodical approach is essential.
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