Production Scheduler

Springs Window Fashions•Edison, NJ

4d•$53,000 - $67,000•Onsite

About The Position

Springs Window Fashions is hiring for Mecho a division of Springs Window Fashions LLC Production Scheduler - Edison, NJ (Mechoshade) This is an onsite role. Company Overview Springs Window Fashions is a leader in the custom window treatment industry since 1939. Headquartered in Middleton WI, we have 7,000 associates with locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Our custom window treatments are available under the Bali, Graber, SunSetter and Mecho brands in nearly every major retailer, in thousands of designer showrooms, and showcased in large commercial buildings. Our company has made significant investments to become a leader in product innovation. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating a “Best Experience” for our consumers, channel partners and associates. We are bringing new innovations to the market at an accelerated pace and have a variety of offerings to consumers who want to improve their home décor. Your Best Career Experience Accountabilities Review incoming orders in the Scheduling tool by checking material availability using the promising tool to assign appropriate MFG and ESD. Obtain ETA on pending information from procurement and review material holds twice a day. Firm orders to achieve goal of time to firm in 24 hr. Improve and maintain OTS (On Time Ship) to meet 95% goals. Provide updates to Corporate about any delays or shortages so they can communicate effectively to customers. Review and release MTS (make to stock) to support production. Report and resolve any issues and/or discrepancies to customer service. Develop a production schedule and coordinate with all parties to execute the schedule to meet customer expectations. Run material shortages report to update orders for MFG’s and ESD’s. Schedule Branch Transfer and marketing swatches. Answer emails and phone calls as required. Attend and/or drive meetings as needed. Cross train on all areas of Scheduling. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Must be able to communicate effectively and work in a cooperative manner to support a team environment and company objectives. Provide t echnical support for internal and external customers. Clearly defines and utilizes processes in daily work. Participate in lean activities and Kaizen events as required. Cultural Behaviors Empowerment – Trust in your people Ownership – Take 100% responsibility for role, actions, and results Leadership – Lead by example, direct with respect One Team – Promote and be a part of one team Customer First – Consider the customers’ needs before every decision Continuous Innovation – Constantly learning, innovating, and improving Speed – Define priorities and operate with a sense of urgency and agility What Springs’ Best Experience Means for You Setting the bar so high means our work is never done. Springs Window Fashions offers incredible opportunities to develop the skills you’ll need to be successful in a fast-paced consumer products company. You’ll also be provided with several perks and benefits as a member of the Springs team: Regular interaction with multiple functional areas and with others at all levels within the organization, from production to senior leadership Great career growth opportunities - Springs is an organization with a commitment to professional development Corporate Bonus Program Competitive, employee-focused benefit programs including a generous 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical plans, employee discount program covering a variety of goods and services Salary and Other Compensation: The annual base for this position is reasonably expected to be between $53,000 and $67,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match of eligible contributions, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid vacation time, eleven paid holidays per year, and one paid volunteer day off per year. This posting is anticipated to remain open until a qualified candidate is hired. Requirements What We’re Looking For

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in technical competency, minimum in a business/industrial related field.
3+ years of scheduling in a manufacturing environment
Strong Excel skills highly desired
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Experience interacting with cross functional teams including manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials, logistics, sales & marketing.
Demonstrated scheduling management skills.
Strong analytical and quantitative abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Possess very strong analytical skills
Experience in manufacturing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong presentation skills
Demonstrated problem resolution and crisis management
Proactive and Self-motivated with business perspective and a sense of urgency
Accomplishments which reflect teamwork, integrity, accountability, and speed
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to influence and lead.
Detail oriented, organized, and focused on quality.

Nice To Haves

SAP/MRP/Scheduling systems experience highly desired

Responsibilities

Review incoming orders in the Scheduling tool by checking material availability using the promising tool to assign appropriate MFG and ESD.
Obtain ETA on pending information from procurement and review material holds twice a day.
Firm orders to achieve goal of time to firm in 24 hr.
Improve and maintain OTS (On Time Ship) to meet 95% goals.
Provide updates to Corporate about any delays or shortages so they can communicate effectively to customers.
Review and release MTS (make to stock) to support production.
Report and resolve any issues and/or discrepancies to customer service.
Develop a production schedule and coordinate with all parties to execute the schedule to meet customer expectations.
Run material shortages report to update orders for MFG’s and ESD’s.
Schedule Branch Transfer and marketing swatches.
Answer emails and phone calls as required.
Attend and/or drive meetings as needed.
Cross train on all areas of Scheduling.
Good communication skills (written and verbal).
Must be able to communicate effectively and work in a cooperative manner to support a team environment and company objectives.
Provide t echnical support for internal and external customers.
Clearly defines and utilizes processes in daily work.
Participate in lean activities and Kaizen events as required.

Benefits

Regular interaction with multiple functional areas and with others at all levels within the organization, from production to senior leadership
Great career growth opportunities - Springs is an organization with a commitment to professional development
Corporate Bonus Program
Competitive, employee-focused benefit programs including a generous 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical plans, employee discount program covering a variety of goods and services
medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match of eligible contributions
life insurance
long-term disability insurance
short-term disability insurance
paid vacation time
eleven paid holidays per year
one paid volunteer day off per year