The Scheduling Assistant manages daily evaluation and loading of incoming orders to achieve optimal on-time delivery.
· Responsible for slotting incoming orders within established capacity constraints for production plans as required.
· Determine material availability for daily schedules and adjust schedules accordingly to ensure manufacturing efficiencies
· Develop, maintain, and communicate daily production plans to purchasing department and manufacturing supervisors
· Communicate daily production plans and update ship dates via EDI to Arhaus’ Special Order & Stock Order Teams
· Prepare production tickets and job jackets for manufacturing
· Actively supports the implementation of new processes and process improvements.
· Provides inputs to or generates ad-hoc reports and participates in cross-functional teams and projects as required.
· Monitor and measure schedule adherence to maximize customer service and drive optimal on-time performance
· Recognize problems influencing or affected by the supply and production planning domains, analyze to determine root causes and recommend solutions and escalate as needed
· Prioritize and performs assignments independently to satisfy required timelines, providing periodic updates and feedback to Arhaus and department managers
· Demonstrate diplomacy, judgment, and tact in dealing with internal and external customers and all levels of company employees
· Other duties as assigned by Scheduling Manager.
· Must have strong collaboration and interpersonal communication skills – speaking, presenting, writing and focused listening.
· Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Expert at comprehending complex scheduling demands, prioritizing effectively, resolving conflict and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Must have sound judgement and effective decision-making abilities.
· Must be able to determine root cause analysis and troubleshoot issues.
· Must be Quality minded.
· Must be able to perform and meet established goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
· Strict attention to detail is a must.
· Must be a Team Player with a positive attitude.
· Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
· Must be able to lead by example.
· Must have your own reliable transportation.
· Must be able to sit, stand and walk for long periods at a time.
· Must be able to work Weekends and Overtime.
· Must be available after working hours as needed for phone calls, conferences and emergency management.
· Must be reliable.
· Must be able to carry out duties assigned under the Emergency Preparedness Plan.
· Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications and computer technology.
· Must have strong English language skills, including:
o Reading
o Comprehending
o Speaking
o Writing
o Communication
Planning and scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment Highly proficient in managing and analyzing data in Excel; complex pivot tables & reporting, power query, advanced charting, data analysis Understanding of capacity planning, production smoothing, identifying and managing production constraints Familiarity with planning and scheduling policies and procedures Advanced Excel skills; filtering and sorting, pivot tables Knowledge of general business principles Minimum of High School diploma/GED
· Must adhere to all Safety rules and requirements and take adequate control measures to prevent injuries to yourself and others.
· Must enforce Safety rules and requirements with each employee.
· Must be able to wear the following required PPE:
o Safety Glasses
o Closed Toe / Heal shoes
Working conditions are the normal conditions found in a furniture plant, ventilated indoor area.
· Concrete floor
· Heated and Cooled working Environment
· Office Environment including stairs, sitting, walking, standing etc.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
One location in Conover, NC.
· Typical schedule is Monday – Friday from 8a – 4:30pm.
· You must be able to work Overtime, and Weekends as needed.
· Health
· Dental
· Vision
· Short Term Disability
· Accident and Critical Illness Coverage
· Life Insurance
· 401k
· YMCA Discount
· Company Discounts
· Referral Bonus
We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not make employment decisions, in regard to race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status.