Lead Production Scheduler

Eaton’s IS VEH Power Connections division is currently seeking a Lead Production Scheduler. This position is based at our Power Connections automotive manufacturing facility in Carol Stream, IL.The Lead Production Scheduler is responsible for developing the master production plan to satisfy customer demand while carrying minimum effective inventory. The qualified individual will be responsible for providing the plant with a monthly production plan consistent with the plant capacity and sales forecast. The planner is responsible for determining the desired inventory levels for finished goods down to the pack size including safety stock levels. The sales forecasts, new business opportunities, customer expectations, and internal supply constraints will be used to develop production plans, by month, for a rolling three-month period. Strong collaboration with the Opex Managers, Operations, Sales, Customer Service and Management will be critical to meeting business goals.The expected annual salary range for this role is $65250.0 - $95700.0 a year.Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.What you’ll do: Identify daily production outputs necessary to meet the Master Schedule. Focus on optimization of run quantities, minimum changeover, and achievement of 100% On Time Delivery. Identify capacity constraints to the Manufacturing and Production team. Maintains the data integrity of the scheduling system in support of corporate goals and objectives. Tracks metrics and generates monthly reports for key business performance indicators relating to logistics and manufacturing process execution. Compile and analyze weekly/monthly shipping reporting metrics , perform plant production analysis. Follows and revises procedures required to support of the operation execution process and scheduling applications. Helps monitor raw material levels to ensure production uptime. Interface with customer service/production team to provide product delivery support to customers Serve as the primary contact for production information request and provide support for shipping dates and other info as requested. Any other jobs/duties as assigned by the Opex Manager.Qualifications:Required Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution Minimum 2 years experience in Production Scheduling and/or Materials Planning Minimum 2 years utilizing MRP/ERP systems or Advanced Planning Systems Minimum 1 year experience utilizing Microsoft Excel- inclusive of VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship both now and in the future No relocation is being offered for this position. Only candidates that reside within a 50 mile radius of Carol Stream, IL will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitationPreferred Qualifications: APICS (CPIM or CSCP) Certification Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain or Business from an accredited institutionSkills: Sound knowledge of supply chain processes and procedures including manufacturing planning, demand, and replenishment processes. Strong negotiation skills with the ability to reason and influence at all levels. Strong communication, presentation skills and problem solving skills. Ability to manage complexity and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytics to recommend ways of enhancing productivity. Demonstrated ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Excellent mathematical skills, including proven ability to work with concepts such as probability and statistical inference. 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