SCHEDULE COORDINATOR

Wabash Plastics, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Schedule Coordinator to join our team. The Schedule Coordinator is a critical position with responsibility for monitoring customer demand and scheduling production on 60+ manufacturing assets to ensure product availability for planned shipments. This individual analyzes customer orders, inventory levels, and resource availability to develop optimal production plans and directly interacts with Production Supervisory staff, internal Customer Service Representatives, and customer contacts daily.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze Customer Demand – Analyze customer demand and on-hand inventory levels to determine shortage forecast.

Production Scheduling – Determine and communicate optimal production strategy based on demand analysis. Create and deploy specific scheduling orders as required.

Set Production Kanban Levels – Assist other team members with determining the correct controlled inventory levels for automatic replenishment production systems.

Manage Returnable Packaging – Track and allocate customer-owned returnable packaging to upcoming production runs.

Manage Controlled Inventory Builds – Monitor and manage controlled inventory builds to cover anticipated production outages.

Internal Communications – Serve as the primary communication channel between Production and the Materials Control team.

External Communications – Interact with customers as needed to support optimal plant productivity and serve as an escalation contact for all customers.

Job Requirements

Education – High School diploma or equivalent required. College degree or coursework with emphasis on business or manufacturing preferred.

Experience – Administrative experience within a manufacturing environment required. SAP experience preferred and direct manufacturing production planning experience strongly preferred.

Skills – Strong data analysis proficiency, outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and excellent leadership skills.

Core Competencies – Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, strong critical thinking skills, and multi-tasking ability.

Compensation & Benefits Package

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive wage
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation
• 401(k) retirement plan featuring both Company-Paid Contributions and Company Matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• And more

Additional Information

• Screening: Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check, physical and drug screening.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.