• Master Production Scheduler

    Progress Rail Services Corp. (Taylor Mill, KY)


    11000BR

    PRS Facility Location:

    Decoursey, KY - Trackworks - 016

    Job Purpose:

    The Master Production Scheduler manages the production planning for the Trackworks Manufacturing facility. This positon will be responsible to create the monthly master schedule for specific components using input from sales, supply chain, manufacturing & engineering. Additionally they will need to review data from capacity planning, inventory levels and manufacturing on-time-delivery performance.

    Req ID:

    11000BR

    Company Description:

    Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

    Education / Training:

    • BA / BS degree in business, manufacturing systems, engineering, supply chain management or related field.

    Job Title:

    Master Production Scheduler

    City:

    Taylor Mill

    Key Job Elements:

    • Maintain 12 month rolling forecasts, converting forecasts to actual orders;

    • Prepare metrics and reports to present the master schedule data to various audiences;

    • Prepare reports for S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process;

    • Coordinate information and activities to ensure customers' requirement dates are understood and reflected accurately in schedules;

    • Load the plan into the ERP System and publish;

    • Supervise production planning department.

    Qualifications and Experience:

    • Three to five years in operations, production planning, or master scheduling;

    • Proficiency with spreadsheets and enterprise wide software applications;

    • Strong attention to detail;

    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines;

    • Strong written and oral communication skills;

    • Must be able to read, comprehend, and write correspondence and reports;

    • Must be able to communicate with multiple levels of staff throughout the organization;

    • Must have effective analytical ability.

    Preferred:

    • Working knowledge of SAP;

    • APICS CPIM certification a plus.

    EEO:

    Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

    Benefits:

    Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

     

    + Competitive Salary

    + 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

    + Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

    + Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

    + Flexible Spending Accounts

    + Paid Vacation

    + Paid Holidays

    + Paid Time-Off (PTO)

    + Employee Assistance Plan

    + Education Assistance Program

    + Employee Recognition Programs

    + Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

    + Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

    + Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

     

    _*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits._

     

    _**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines._

    Job Category:

    Production - Operations & Support

    Work Location Options:

    Decoursey Trackwork

    State::

    Kentucky