Production Scheduler
Automation Personnel Services is a Production Scheduler for an industrial rack manufacturer located in Chattanooga, TN. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules to ensure efficient plant operations and timely project delivery.
This is a temporary project.
Pay rate: $20.00 per hour
Shifts and Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
Production Scheduler Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate daily plant operations including production scheduling, labor allocation, and workflow optimization.
- Develop, maintain, and communicate production schedules aligned with customer deadlines and project goals.
- Support production teams including assemblers, CNC operators, finishers, and custom fabricators to ensure on-time performance.
- Collaborate with engineering and installation teams to align production with project requirements and delivery timelines.
- Monitor and adjust schedules proactively to address material shortages, equipment downtime, or labor constraints.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and minimize waste.
- Ensure compliance with quality control standards and lean manufacturing practices.
- Communicate priorities, changes, and progress updates effectively across teams.
Production Scheduler Qualifications and Requirements:
- Proven expertise in production scheduling, workflow planning, and quality control.
- Hands-on experience in European cabinet production a plus.
- Solid understanding of woodworking equipment, including CNC machinery, beam saws, and edge banders.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); ERP/MRP system experience preferred.
- Occasional lift to 20lbs
- Bachelors degree in business, engineering, or related field, with 35 years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits:
- Weekly Pay
- Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
- 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
- 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
401(k) Retirement Plan: Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.
Interested in this job? Email your resume to or call us at to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at Automation Personnel Services Chattanooga Branch, 6116 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421.
Bonus Opportunity! We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
About Automation Personnel Services: Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
- 10 consecutive winners of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client Award ).
- Winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Talent Award ).
- Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
- Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
- Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
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