Plasser American Corp is hiring: Master Scheduler in Chesapeake

Some see the railway as transportation, while at Plasser American we see it as transformation. The story of how steel tracks turned the American promise into American progress and forged a trusted pathway to the possibilities of the future. It’s a story that continues today, an American legacy unfolding mile by mile. There is a lot riding on those tracks and we know that support, quality and know-how are all important aspects in staying on track.

That’s why the Plasser American tradition begins with a promise. A promise to do things right. An unapologetic commitment to quality that makes us the longtime trusted leader in cutting edge American made innovations for the North American railway. It’s a promise to see things differently to turn ordinary steel into safer passages. To be a partner that you can count on to engineer solutions for the challenges of today and for the opportunities of tomorrow. From research and design, expert manufacturing and delivering unapparelled services, our customers trust us to keep them ahead of the curve.

Progress is about more than getting from Point A to Point B. It’s knowing you have a trusted foundation to move you forward toward new possibilities waiting around the corner. Join Plasser American to become part of our team forging ahead towards new opportunities in railway maintenance. The railway is a path to the future, choose this path and apply today.

Overview:

Plasser American, a leading multi-business unit industrial manufacturing company in the railroad industry specialized in low volume, high product mix environment, is seeking a highly experienced Master Scheduler to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in optimizing production schedules and ensuring efficient resource allocation across diverse business units. This role will also require the establishment of new processes to serve the needs of multiple business units efficiently and unbiased.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain comprehensive production schedules for multiple business units, considering low volume and high product mix requirements.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant information and ensure alignment between production schedules and business objectives.
3. Utilize advanced planning techniques to optimize resource utilization, minimize lead times, and enhance overall manufacturing efficiency.
4. Proactively identify and address scheduling conflicts, bottlenecks, and potential issues, implementing solutions to ensure on-time delivery.
5. Leverage Infor LN ERP system expertise to integrate scheduling processes seamlessly, ensuring accurate data management and reporting.
6. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to scheduling and production, providing regular reports and insights to management.
7. Continuously evaluate and refine scheduling strategies to adapt to changing business needs and market dynamics.
8. Lead and facilitate communication between production, procurement, and other relevant departments to maintain a synchronized and collaborative workflow.
9. Mentor and guide junior scheduling staff, sharing best practices and contributing to professional development.
10. Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to enhance the company's scheduling processes.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in a Master Scheduler role within a multi-business unit industrial manufacturing setting.
3. Extensive knowledge and proficiency in working with the Infor LN ERP system.
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across teams.
6. Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities effectively.
7. In-depth understanding of low volume, high product mix manufacturing processes.
8. Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to production scheduling.

Benefits:

• Accrue 80 Hours of Paid Time Off during your first year of employment
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k) match of $0.50 for every $1.00 you contribute up to 6% of your salary
• You may receive a merit bonus after completion of the audit at the end of the fiscal year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Short and Long Term Disability after 90 days of employment
• Free Life Insurance – 2 times your annual salary
• Company Events
• Free employee medical and dental coverage. – valued at $7,500.00

About Plasser American:

As part of the Plasser family brand, which is the largest Maintenance of Way equipment provider in the world, PAC is a rapidly growing provider of railway equipment in North America. Continuing for the next few years, PAC will continue to make significant investments in the North American Market including a new office building and a substantial addition to our manufacturing facility. PAC is making the needed investments to continue its growth trajectory for many years to come. The next several years will be an exciting time of transformation. We look to the future to enhance our team and achieve our goals.