Scheduling Coordinator

Position Summary:

The Scheduler/Planner is responsible for managing and optimizing the workflow of production orders in a fast-paced corrugated converting plant. This position ensures the efficient accurate and timely scheduling of all plant operations machine assignments shipping coordination and sheet ordering. The Scheduler works cross-functionally to expedite daily and long-range planning resolve production bottlenecks and maintain high service levels for on-time delivery. This role is critical in aligning production with customer expectations and operational targets while maximizing plant throughput and profitability.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage production schedules that optimize machine capacity manpower allocation and material availability.
• Calculate and place orders for corrugated sheets based on order volume forecasted demand and lead time requirements when procurement purchaser is out. Ensure a minimum of 24-hour sheet inventory per machine center.
• Provide daily and weekly lead times to Customer Service and Sales.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of WIP and raw material inventory counts.
• As a back up to procurement -Use ERP/MRP systems (e.g. Amtech or equivalent) to enter track and update production data.
• Communicate daily with Customer Service Plant Manager Shipping and Department Leads to align on schedule changes delays or customer escalations.
• Identify opportunities for schedule efficiency and machine up-time improvements.
• Plan and schedule Preventive Maintenance (PM) orders for key equipment.
• Review prior weeks performance (OTD downtime throughput) and incorporate learning into future schedules.
• Act as backup for production supervisors or leads as needed and based on training.
• Participate in safety meetings and compliance audits.
• Support production trials new product introductions and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and variance reconciliation.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance for any scheduling impact due to non-conforming materials or quality holds.
• Develop and manage production schedules that optimize machine capacity manpower allocation and material availability.
• Create and maintain a detailed 24-hour and multi-day production planning outlook for both Ontario and Cerritos box plants.
• Print Factory tickets for each job at the initial machine center and provide a full packet to production daily to include machine line-up factory tickets ink report and pallet report.
• Hold daily production meetings with Customer Service Production and Logistics teams.
• Balance workload across machine centers (Flexo Folder Gluers Die Cutters etc.) and box plants to optimize throughput and minimize changeovers.
• Adjust production schedules to accommodate emergency orders equipment breakdowns or material shortages.
• Monitor the real-time production schedule to ensure jobs are on track and identify potential delays.
• Maintain visibility on all scheduled orders and proactively adjust the schedule to accommodate rush orders changeovers and downtime.
• Manage pallet purchasing and inventory to support scheduled production.
• Provide daily and weekly lead times to Customer Service and Sales.
• Plan and schedule Preventive Maintenance (PM) orders for key equipment.
• Review prior weeks performance (OTD downtime throughput) and incorporate learning into future schedules.
• Calculate and place orders for corrugated sheets based on order volume forecasted demand and lead time requirements when procurement purchaser is out. Ensure a minimum of 24-hour sheet inventory per machine center.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and variance reconciliation.
• Act as backup for production supervisors or leads as needed and based on training.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in production scheduling or planning preferably in corrugated packaging or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of converting equipment such as Flexo Folder Gluers Rotary Die Cutters and specialty equipment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (Amtech Kiwiplan or similar).
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other scheduling or planning tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Work Outlook).

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelors degree preferred.
• 35 years of scheduling or customer service experience in a corrugated or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work at a desk and use a computer for extended periods.
• Occasionally required to walk the production floor and interface with operations personnel.
• May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds or access storage areas for material review.