Job Description
Company / Location Information
We are one of the world's leading manufacturers of water heating and water treatment technologies in the world. We are a $3.5 billion company with 140+ years history and we employ more than 12,000 individuals globally who pride themselves on providing the world with innovative water technology. We are committed to Continuous Improvement, not just in our factories or processes, but in our people.
Primary Function
Assist the Master Scheduler with daily functions and paperwork. Plans and prepares production schedules for manufacture of industrial or commercial products by performing the following duties.
Responsibilities
Plans and schedules workow for each department and issues necessary paperwork
Prepares daily sub-assembly schedules in support of assembly production
Communicates schedule changes and impact of changes to appropriate manufacturing personnel
Confers with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects
Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions
Runs shortage reports as needed and conrms with material planners to conrm material deliveries in support of schedule timing
Assist the Sales Department with scheduling request, changes and other inquiries
Assists Master Scheduler with MRP responsibilities, answering MRP messages, etc.
Enter new orders into Excel for Master Schedule and backlog le
Update sub-assembly worksheets with new materials with new product introductions
Update product lead times
Works with purchasing, inventory control and personnel to resolve cycle count issues, parts shortages and inventory discrepancies
Check all new jobs for planning cell and date of manufacture
Determine line capacity constraints with demand vs labor availability - Crest line currently being developed and to spread to more lines
Fill in for Master Scheduler when necessary
Other duties as requested by supervisor
Role Specific Responsibilities
Qualifications
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak eectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram
form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Years of Experience
Minimum of 1 year related work experience
Physical Requirements
We Offer
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.
A. O. Smith values employee excellence. In our employment practices, we will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or other legally protected status. We operate in a global environment and will strive to create a workplace where men and women from diverse backgrounds can thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
