Production Scheduling Manager at Barron

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Scheduling and Order Management:

• Ensure prompt scheduling of paid and approved orders within specified lead times.
• Manage production capacities across embroidery, gifting, display, and sublimation.

Capacity Management:

• Monitor and adjust floor capacity to maximize production efficiency.
• Coordinate additional casual workers as needed to meet production demands.

Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP):

• Attend daily meetings to review and adjust production schedules.
• Provide feedback on aged orders and update schedules accordingly.

Issue Resolution:

• Address escalations promptly and provide accurate feedback on resolutions.
• Assist sales team with branding quotes when required.

Deadline Management:

• Adjust schedules to accommodate urgent orders without compromising quality.
• Monitor progress to ensure deadlines are met consistently.

Team Leadership and Management:

• Lead a team of production planners and assistants, ensuring daily actions are completed.
• Manage overtime and leave requests to maintain operational continuity.

Project Management:

• Initiate and implement projects aimed at improving production efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and report progress to senior management.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in production scheduling or similar role, preferably in printing or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of production processes, lead times, and capacity planning.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in scheduling software and MS Office Suite.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective team leadership and collaboration.
• Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach.
• Strong project management skills.