GTX Manufacturing Scheduler-Planner Lead

ZT Systems hiring for GTX Manufacturing Scheduler-Planner Lead jobs in Buda, TX, US

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and talented Production Scheduler/Planner Lead to join our dynamic team to drive operational excellence. In this role, you will play a crucial part in optimizing production efficiency, ensuring on-time delivery, maintaining inventory levels for our racks and servers, and leading a team of schedulers/planners. The ideal candidate will have a calm temperament under pressure, exceptional organizational skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, planning, and scheduling, a track record of using Excel for data analysis, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

What You’ll Do

• Team Leadership
  • Lead and supervise a team of schedulers/planners to ensure smooth and efficient operations, providing guidance, support, and training as needed
  • Foster a collaborative and results-driven team environment
  • Point of Contact as the Subject Matter Expert, be the definitive source of knowledge who contributes your expertise to enhance organizational efficiency
• Production Scheduling
  • Utilize best practices to develop and implement effective scheduling and planning strategies
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive production schedule based on customer orders, inventory levels, and production capacity for racks and servers
  • Collaborate with the production team to create realistic timelines for manufacturing processes
  • Analyze and adjust production schedules as necessary to meet changing priorities and customer requirements
• Capacity Planning
  • Conduct analysis to ensure optimal resource utilization
  • Collaborate with production, procurement, and other departments to address capacity constraints and bottlenecks
• Inventory Management
  • Monitor and manage optimal inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock
  • Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of materials for production
  • Implement efficient inventory control measures to minimize waste and maximize profitability
• Data Analysis
  • Utilize Excel and other tools to analyze production data, identify trends, generate reports for management review, and make data-driven decisions
  • Provide insights and recommendations for process improvements based on data analysis
  • Generate regular reports on production performance, highlighting key metrics and areas of improvement
• Supply/Demand Forecasting
  • Analyze historical data and market trends to generate accurate demand forecasts
  • Work closely with Procurement and Customer Operations teams to understand customer demand and product requirements
• Communication
  • Participate in regular meetings to provide updates on production schedules and address any potential issues
  • Coordinate with various departments, including production, procurement, and logistics, to ensure seamless workflow and timely delivery
  • Communicate production schedules and changes effectively to all relevant stakeholders
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancements within the production and planning processes
  • Implement best practices to optimize resource utilization, reduce lead times, and overall operational efficiency
• Quality Assurance
  • Ensure that production schedules align with quality standards and compliance requirements
  • Collaborate with the quality control team to address any production issues affecting product quality or delivery timelines

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• 2+ years of related experience
• Proven experience in production scheduling and planning, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop a team
• Able to keep composure and make clear-sighted decisions while working in a stressful environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting, ability to create complex formulas, macros, and pivot tables
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of ERP Systems and production planning software is a plus
• Knowledge of SAP Systems (preferred)

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At ZT Systems, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a face-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.

A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.

Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.

When you join ZT, you’ll enjoy a range of world-class, inclusive employee benefits designed to grow with you and our company. From competitive compensation to 401K matching to comprehensive health & wellness programs and tuition reimbursement, ZT Systems offers industry leading benefits packages for eligible employees designed to help you get the most out of life.

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.