SAMCO Technologies
Production Scheduler and Expeditor
SAMCO Technologies, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
In support of the Company’s primary and single most important objective which is
TO GET AND KEEP PROFITABLE CUSTOMERS , this individual is responsible for coordinating and scheduling production activities across all manufacturing jobs, both onsite and offsite. This role ensures timely arrival of materials and equipment, monitors job progress, provides updates to leadership through reports, images, and visual timelines, and identifies upcoming production steps to maintain workflow efficiency.
Key Performance Indicators
Working safely and meeting all environmental standards of customer, OSHA, and employer
Accuracy of production schedules and progress tracking
Timely reporting of project status, completion percentages, and resource requirements
Effective communication and coordination between departments to resolve scheduling conflicts
Position Responsibilities
Maintain detailed production schedules for all jobs, ensuring alignment with operational priorities
Track progress of all jobs, including percentage completion, milestones, and expected timelines for completion
Maintain databases of equipment and material arrivals, production resources, and job-specific details
Prepare visual reports, dashboards, and graphics that summarize job status, upcoming steps, and potential bottlenecks
Coordinate with project managers, engineering, and shop floor teams to optimize scheduling and resource allocation
Communicate job progress and updates regularly to the VP of Operations
Identify potential delays or issues and proactively recommend solutions to maintain production timelines
Support demand forecasting and resource planning activitiesCoordinate with procurement and inventory management to ensure performance to timelines
Focus on cost efficiency and continuous improvement
Drive production momentum by proactively expediting workflows, resolving bottlenecks, and ensuring teams meet critical deadlines to keep operations on track and ahead of schedule
Physical Requirements
Ability to spend extended periods at a computer for scheduling and reporting
Occasional walking through the production floor to assess job progress
Ability to lift and move up to 25 lbs occasionally when handling job-related materials or reports
Working Conditions
Standard office environment
Standard manufacturing environment
Various noise levels from operating machinery and equipment
Moving equipment, machine parts and vehicles
Fumes, dust, and mist
Exposure to chemicals, oils, inks, paints, and fluids
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
3+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or manufacturing operations minimum
Strong knowledge of production scheduling systems and project management tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, databases, and reporting/dashboard tools
Experience with ERP tools
Experience with reporting tools, i.e. Power BI
Experience with project planning tools, i.e. Microsoft Project
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency
Proven ability to expedite production processes by identifying delays, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving timely execution to meet critical deadlines
Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Production and Manufacturing
Industries: Manufacturing and Environmental Services
Location: Buffalo, NY
Compensation: $63,800 - $95,800 (as of 3 months ago) or $85,000 - $125,000 (as of 3 weeks ago)
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TO GET AND KEEP PROFITABLE CUSTOMERS , this individual is responsible for coordinating and scheduling production activities across all manufacturing jobs, both onsite and offsite. This role ensures timely arrival of materials and equipment, monitors job progress, provides updates to leadership through reports, images, and visual timelines, and identifies upcoming production steps to maintain workflow efficiency.
Key Performance Indicators
Working safely and meeting all environmental standards of customer, OSHA, and employer
Accuracy of production schedules and progress tracking
Timely reporting of project status, completion percentages, and resource requirements
Effective communication and coordination between departments to resolve scheduling conflicts
Position Responsibilities
Maintain detailed production schedules for all jobs, ensuring alignment with operational priorities
Track progress of all jobs, including percentage completion, milestones, and expected timelines for completion
Maintain databases of equipment and material arrivals, production resources, and job-specific details
Prepare visual reports, dashboards, and graphics that summarize job status, upcoming steps, and potential bottlenecks
Coordinate with project managers, engineering, and shop floor teams to optimize scheduling and resource allocation
Communicate job progress and updates regularly to the VP of Operations
Identify potential delays or issues and proactively recommend solutions to maintain production timelines
Support demand forecasting and resource planning activitiesCoordinate with procurement and inventory management to ensure performance to timelines
Focus on cost efficiency and continuous improvement
Drive production momentum by proactively expediting workflows, resolving bottlenecks, and ensuring teams meet critical deadlines to keep operations on track and ahead of schedule
Physical Requirements
Ability to spend extended periods at a computer for scheduling and reporting
Occasional walking through the production floor to assess job progress
Ability to lift and move up to 25 lbs occasionally when handling job-related materials or reports
Working Conditions
Standard office environment
Standard manufacturing environment
Various noise levels from operating machinery and equipment
Moving equipment, machine parts and vehicles
Fumes, dust, and mist
Exposure to chemicals, oils, inks, paints, and fluids
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
3+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or manufacturing operations minimum
Strong knowledge of production scheduling systems and project management tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, databases, and reporting/dashboard tools
Experience with ERP tools
Experience with reporting tools, i.e. Power BI
Experience with project planning tools, i.e. Microsoft Project
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency
Proven ability to expedite production processes by identifying delays, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving timely execution to meet critical deadlines
Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Production and Manufacturing
Industries: Manufacturing and Environmental Services
Location: Buffalo, NY
Compensation: $63,800 - $95,800 (as of 3 months ago) or $85,000 - $125,000 (as of 3 weeks ago)
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