IDEX
ProductionScheduler
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Production Scheduler at IDEX. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, production scheduling, material management, inventory management. Develop and manage daily production schedules (K2) based on material availability and capacity constraints.. Establish and communicate accurate lead times, with a focus on reducing backlog and improving delivery performance.”
What You'll Achieve.
Accountable/Contributes to achieving KPIs including product lead times, on-time delivery, backlog reduction, and inventory performance.; minimize obsolete, excess, and slow-moving stock.; optimize inventory levels and reduce carrying costs.; ensure accuracy and consistency.; enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve service levels.
Industry & Context.
Review work orders for BOM accuracy, material readiness, and capacity resolve discrepancies proactively.; Escalates supply, capacity, or demand constraints that jeopardize delivery commitments.; Works with production leadership to maintain capacity plans, identifies bottlenecks, and proactively adjusts schedules to balance demand and available resources.; Identify material shortages and collaborate with Purchasing to expedite critical components.; Helps lead root cause analysis (RCCM) for schedule disruptions, material shortages, and execution implements corrective actions.
Combination of office and production environments
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and Outlook software
Nice to Have
APICS (American Production & Inventory Control Society) and/or NAPM (National Association of Purchasing Management) certification is preferred, Working knowledge of J. D. Edwards operating systems is preferred
What You'll Do.
Develop and manage daily production schedules (K2) based on material availability and capacity constraints., Establish and communicate accurate lead times, with a focus on reducing backlog and improving delivery performance., Release and manage production work orders in J.
Edwards (JDE) in a timely and accurate manner., Review work orders for BOM accuracy, material readiness, and capacity resolve discrepancies proactively., Aligns production schedules with demand forecasts and participates in SIOP or demand planning processes., Escalates supply, capacity, or demand constraints that jeopardize delivery commitments., Works with production leadership to maintain capacity plans, identifies bottlenecks, and proactively adjusts schedules to balance demand and available resources., Plan and manage production requirements for epoxy-painted parts., Plan, support, and coordinate finishing or secondary operations as part of the end-to-end production process., Maintain and update lead time data in customer-facing portals to ensure accuracy and consistency., Utilize J.
Edwards (JDE) and other systems to support planning, scheduling, and reporting activities., Collect and analyze data to support key performance indicators and operational decision-making., Actively participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean initiatives., Support 5S standards within the work area., Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve service levels.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
cross-functional coordination; Communicate daily with Customer Service and Commercial teams regarding lead times, delays, and production issues.; Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Manufacturing teams to ensure alignment and execution of production plans.; Participate in daily meetings (e.g., Supply Chain reviews, Gemba walks, end-of-shift planning) to provide insights on order trends and production priorities.; Helps lead root cause analysis (RCCM) for schedule disruptions, material shortages, and execution implements corrective actions.
Communication Scope
Communicate daily with Customer Service and Commercial teams regarding lead times, delays, and production issues.; Participate in daily meetings (e.g., Supply Chain reviews, Gemba walks, end-of-shift planning) to provide insights on order trends and production priorities.
Process & Methodology
process management, resource planning
Full Job Description
If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 [diverse businesses](https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/) around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you. _PRIMARY FUNCTION:_ To assist the Senior Production Planner in overall communication and implementation of daily production scheduling. _PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:_ **Production Planning & Execution ** * Develop and manage daily production schedules (K2) based on material availability and capacity constraints. * Establish and communicate accurate lead times, with a focus on reducing backlog and improving delivery performance. * Release and manage production work orders in J.D. Edwards (JDE) in a timely and accurate manner. * Review work orders for BOM accuracy, material readiness, and capacity alignment; resolve discrepancies proactively. * Aligns production schedules with demand forecasts and participates in SIOP or demand planning processes. * Escalates supply, capacity, or demand constraints that jeopardize delivery commitments. * Works with production leadership to maintain capacity plans, identifies bottlenecks, and proactively adjusts schedules to balance demand and available resources. * Accountable/Contributes to achieving KPIs including product lead times, on-time delivery, backlog reduction, and inventory performance. **Material & Inventory Management ** * Identify material shortages and collaborate with Purchasing to expedite critical components. * Monitor and manage inventory to minimize obsolete, excess, and slow-moving stock. * Support the disposition and conversion of
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