Materials Production Scheduler

Materials Production Scheduler Category Operations Job Location: 81 Drettmann Drive, P.O.Box 67 Elkton, Michigan, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN) AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We're proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe. Domestic Relocaton Available. ***To help us drive excellence, you'll get to be: *** The Master Scheduler is accountable to develop and maintain production and material schedules supporting manufacturing operations to ensure on-time delivery to customers. - Monitor progress against scheduled activities and identify performance variances to Materials Manager to facilitate focus on critical areas as well as developing and implementing work-around recovery plans. Proactively identify, escalate, and resolve manufacturing or Supply Chain issues that may impact customer expectations. - Communicate all scheduling changes with Mtls Manager and other Plant Mgt Team. - Analyze root causes of schedule disruptions and capacity issues. - Collaborate with Plant Mgt Team in planning and controlling recovery plans in case of deviations. - Reduce expedite frequency and reactive planning. - Prepare performance data, reports and metrics as required by company and customers. - This role is a member of 13+ Materials Team and reports to the Materials Manager. SUCCESS FACTORS: - Bachelor's Degree, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field. Experience as Master Scheduler or Production Planner considered in leu of degree. - 5+yrs of Master Scheduler experience in automotive manufacturing environment. - Demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills in complex and demanding situations that undergo continuous priority changes. - Strong understanding of MRP concepts, BOMs, raw materials, and inventory management. - Advanced proficiency with ERP systems (prefer QAD), MRP software, MS Excel, etc. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills and abilities to collaborate with cross-functional teams. - Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and solve scheduling and production challenges in conjunction with Materials Manager and Plant Mgt Team. - Capability to multitask, prioritize and make decisions in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. Working conditions: We'll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process. Where you'll be: This position is located at our Elkton, Michigan facility, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family. Why you'll enjoy working here: Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December. Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being. Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the