Packaging Scheduling Coordinator

Department: Packaging

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Gainesville, FL

Reporting To: Packaging Supervisor

Description

To provide leadership and support to the Packaging team by acting as the bridge between supply planning end production to ensure seamless on-time execution. 

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for understanding and following all SOP for the Packaging Area
  • Assure all product or process non-conformances are documented and/or brought to the attention of the team leader or designate for disposition
• Responsible for knowledge of process used for all “order pulling” within the Packaging Department.
  • Train new Packaging Department employees in order pulling process. 
• Responsible for maintaining appropriate inventory levels within the packaging area and evaluating levels based on total inventory value an inventory age.
• Accountable for ensuring that daily customer demand is met by ensuring that MRP due dates are accurate and that expedited product is appropriately scheduled.
• Consulted on any activity to drive efficiency through packaging production with focus on line balancing.
• Responsible for scheduling daily work orders in conjunction with the Supply Planning team.
• With the Miscellaneous Lead, evaluate supply risks (production capacities) or imbalances based on upcoming scheduling evaluation
  • Evaluate impacts to the business and develop action plans working together with cross-functional teams to mitigate any supply risk
• With Supply Planning, participate in activities and projects to close gaps or improve overall supply planning performance based on key performance metrics.
• Works closely with Supply Planning to solve complex planning, communication or continual improvement concerns.
• Know and apply the Quality System and any appropriate Federal and International Standards.
• Assist and support other employees, teams and sales personnel as necessary. 

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.  Associate and/or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution preferred

 Experience:

• Previous manufacturing experience in an ISO/FDA regulated environment preferred

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Must possess and demonstrate strong leadership, team building, and problem-solving abilities 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-starter, well organized and able to make sound decisions from proper analysis of data
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with focus on Excel
• Excellent Communication Skills (verbal & written)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment