Fabrication Scheduler/Planner

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Summit Truck Bodies LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce due to increasing sales. If you are a motivated team player who is committed to producing a high-quality product on time and safely, we want you on our team! Summit Truck Bodies is looking for a Fabrication Scheduler/Planner to develop and maintain detailed production schedules for two automated fabrication lasers, one automated brake press, and one automated folding table.

WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR BENEFITS ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
• HSA and/or FSA, as applicable
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and schedule the workflow for each machine and operation, ensuring alignment with established sequences and deadlines.
• Regularly update and adjust schedules to accommodate changes in material availability, machine capacity, staffing, or project scope.
• Communicate with engineering, purchasing, production, and other relevant teams to ensure alignment and address any scheduling conflicts or issues.
• Provide regular updates on production progress, schedule adherence, and any potential disruptions to management.
• Ability to analyze production data, identify potential issues, and develop effective solutions.
• Understanding of fabrication processes and relevant software or tools.
• Ability to effectively communicate with various teams and stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple schedules, and meet deadlines.
• Accuracy in planning and scheduling to minimize errors and ensure efficient operations.
• Ability to adjust schedules and plans in response to changing circumstances
• Ability to work effectively with others and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Frequent mobility and/or sitting, standing, bending or stooping for prolonged/extended periods.
• Requires lifting up to 30 pounds frequently.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires working in areas which are not ventilated or air-conditioned.
• Requires eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate machinery.
• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity.
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
• Requires working in a fast-paced environment.
• Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations.
• Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.

REQUIRED education, experience, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with good standing MVR.
• Must have experience in precision machining and/or related field.
• Previous experience in material planning, production scheduling or related roles is preferred.
• Must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to be responsive and highly efficient with relaying information.
• Keen attention to detail is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant demands and shifting of priorities.
• Ability to work with all levels of employees.
• Ability to successfully pass a General Abilities Assessment and Post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.

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