Packaging Production Scheduler

Overview:

The Washington Works site currently has an opportunity available for a Packaging Production Scheduler (Advanced Specialist, Production) to support Autoclave’s packaging process. 

The Packaging Production Scheduler is a key member of the production team and will be responsible for maximizing the efficiency of the assets and labor resources to achieve the unit’s production plan. 

This is an on-site position in Washington, West Virginia.

Responsibilities:

• In coordination with Asset Optimizer (AO), Maintenance Scheduler & Packaging Daily Execution Lead (DEL), this role is responsible for developing and the ongoing adjustments of the PACK Production Schedule to meet FP completion dates.  PACK production assets include all AC Boxlines, Blending Operations, & MPW Bagline.  Any significant changes to the agreed upon production plan must be approved by production leadership and communicated to the supply chain team for awareness. 
• Ownership of the packaging production schedule process which consists of a 2-Week Soft packaging schedule for all open FP (finished product) POs on each individual production asset, and the 48-Hour Hard production schedule by available asset that is based on PO priority, available  WIP inventory, and staffing levels.  
• Responsible for the creation, distribution, & completed review of campaign packets and packout sheets for all FG packaging operations. 
• Responsible for managing respective PACK 24/7 & CORE Team Metrics & KPIs  
• Production Actual vs. Production Plan by Asset & Total (daily - 24/7 Team, weekly - Core Team, Monthly & YTD - Unit Team)  
• Tote Bin Empty vs. Full Status Report by product/bin type (daily -  Core Team)  
• Tote Bin Location (AC & MPW) Report (daily - Core Team) 
• OPEN P.O.s (due within 14 days) Status Report by P.O. scheduled completion date (weekly - Core Team)  
• AC Silo % Full Status (daily - Core Team)  
• MPW Blender % Full Status (daily - Core Team) 
• Ability to be cross trained with the Unit Production Coordinator for short-term coverage. 
• Responsible for the communication, creation, and execution of pre-generated batches/POs for planned SAP outages to mitigate operations or inventory impact. 
• Manages the PO generation, scheduling, and technical communication for PACK TAs in production.   

Other Responsibilities 

• Ensure that all individual actions and issued instructions comply with operational procedures (SOPs/ODs) and safety standards. 
• Maintains unit standards related to housekeeping, quality management systems, personnel policies, and process safety management. 
• Models Celanese  Core Value Compliance (Stewardship/PSM, Ethics & Respect for People). 
• Ensure good communication and relations with Production Personnel, Business Planners & Schedulers, S&OP Team, Raw Material Coordinators, Unit Leadership Team, and Technical Engineering Staff. 

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Aptitude for leading and developing team members.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Knowledge of computer use such as Microsoft office and other special programs as needed.
• Capacity to solve problems and be decisive to ensure business needs are met.
• Troubleshooting experience of general computer & Microsoft app issues.
• Confidence of multitasking in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Able to take calls and work after hours on an as needed basis.

The following skill sets are preferred by the site: 

• SAP experience.
• Critical thinking.
• Business acumen related to production process flow, inventory management, and operational costs.
• Sample Manager (LIMS) experience.
• Training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.