SUMMARY 

The Production Scheduler at Alien Gear Holsters is a pivotal role responsible for planning and managing the factory’s production schedule to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of products to customers. This role ensures that production plans are aligned with customer demands, material availability, and operational capacity. The Scheduler collaborates with operations, supply chain, and sales teams to mitigate risks, optimize workflows, and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as On-Time Delivery (OTD), minimizing WIP, and inventory management.

This role also leads Lean and Kaizen efforts to drive continuous improvement across the factory and facilitates Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) meetings to align long-term production strategies with business goals.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain an accurate production schedule that aligns with customer demands and factory capacity.

• Coordinate with operations, and supply chain teams to communicate and track daily production schedules.

• Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), focusing on Customer On-Time Delivery (OTD), inventory levels, and factory efficiency.

• Communicate capacity constraints and material availability to Department Managers to align work orders with operational capabilities.

• Implement Lean practices to maximize the value delivered to customers and eliminate waste. 

• Support Lean and Kaizen initiatives to optimize material flow, factory layout, and production efficiency.

• Facilitate monthly Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) meetings with cross-functional teams.

• Lead process improvement initiatives for demand planning, inventory optimization, scheduling accuracy, and forecasting accuracy.

• Oversee the timely issuance and management of Work Orders (WOs).

• Provide clear communication of operational plans, capacity, and performance metrics to all relevant stakeholders.

• Build long-term production plans using data analytics to ensure material flow and production optimization.

Requirements 

• Solid understanding of how production planning affects factory operations and supply chain dynamics. -oriented.

• Familiarity with Push and Pull supply chain models, manufacturing principles, and their impact on scheduling and operations.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on deadlines and goals.

• Experience implementing Lean principles to improve efficiency and eliminate waste in production processes.

• Ensuring production schedules meet customer delivery expectations, contributing to high customer satisfaction.

• A mindset for continuous improvement to identify and execute scheduling, inventory, and workflow enhancements.

Organization:

• Behaves in a way that is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Alien Gear Holsters and supports the ongoing development of the organization’s culture. 

QUALIFICATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

• Minimum of five years of experience in a manufacturing or production scheduling role, ideally within a vertically integrated manufacturing environment. 

• Proficient in ERP systems (PO Placement, MRP Management, Workflow Management) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project). Familiarity with manufacturing processes and supplier negotiation for schedule optimization.

• Ability to apply mathematical concepts, including probability, statistical analysis, and geometry, in practical scheduling scenarios.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Benefits: 

• Competitive wage. 

• Healthcare, Dental, Vision, 401K 

• Employee discounts on industry products. 

• Opportunity for growth and advancement within the company. 

How to Apply: If you are passionate about sales and customer service and want to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume to Careers@AlienGearHolsters.com or apply in person at: 4411 W. Riverbend Ave. Post Falls, ID 83854