Planner Scheduler Belvidere, 826 E MADISON ST, BELVIDERE, Illinois, United States of America Req #2288 Tuesday, November 5, 2024 BENEFIT PACKAGE AVAILABLE ON DAY 1 QUARTERLY PLANT PERFORMANCE BONUS PLAN 13 PAID HOLIDAYS + WEEK BETWEEN CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS IS PAID HOLIDAY 401K + COMPANY MATCH TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM Our employees are the reason for our success! Position Summary Responsible for scheduling and expediting all parts through threading and heat treat areas to their final disposition. Continuous Improvement of processes and products are an ongoing function of this position Position Responsibilities • Makes reasoned decisions in the execution of materials processes (authority to take action deemed necessary); identifies, analyzes, and recommends solutions for exception and variance situations • Assists in the development and implementation of programs and policies, e.g. inventory reduction, cash flow, supplier development, etc. • Identifies continuous improvement opportunities and develops recommendations based on quantitative analysis (as appropriate, gain approval and participate in implementation). • May function as team leader or project manager. • Develops programs at the plant operations level or for specific programs at a division level. • Analyzes, recommends, and implements improvement plans for: o Materials handling and movement o Staging and storage systems o Material flow studies o Slow-moving inventory o Obsolescence o Inventory turns o QC hold • Analyzes existing plans to even the workload across work centers to maximize productivity and service level. Analyzes sales requirements by exception for those items that are grossly incorrect. Recommends forecast adjustments to the appropriate personnel. • Submits forecast changes for approval • Reviews short-term (4 weeks) capacity constraints. Education, Skills & Abilities BA or BS Degree, or equivalent skills and knowledge 3-5 years experience in a Manufacturing environment, Fastener industry preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient computer knowledge, experience using Google data and spreadsheets a plus Ability to prioritize to meet changing production demands Ability to adapt to change and effectively communicate those changes to team members to execute new plan We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, genetic infiltration, disability or status as a veteran. Fontana reserves the right to require a drug screening at any time during the employment process. Other details + Job Family Planner/Scheduler-Intermediate + Job Function PDC - Production Control + Pay Type Salary + Travel Required No + Travel % 0 + Telecommute % 0 + Required Education Equivalent Experience Apply Now + Belvidere, 826 E MADISON ST, BELVIDERE, Illinois, United States of America