Under direct supervision, prepares and follows up with production schedules. Allocates orders to departments in proper sequence. Maintains contact with factory departments to determine completion of parts.
Essential Functions of the job: • Draws up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders as well as the monthly production goal. • Analyzes production specifications and plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements. • Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times. • Plans sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers. • Confers with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects • Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions. • Prepares production reports. • Prepares lists of required materials, tools, and equipment. • Prepares purchase orders to obtain materials, tools, and equipment. • Works closely with Customer Service to communicate accurate ship dates. • Have a thorough understanding of Sternberg Order nomenclature, product and part numbers. • Performs other duties as required.