Production Scheduler

Our client is an international supplier of complex machinery, specialized tooling, and custom-made items to a variety of industries - including automotive, aerospace, rail, defense, energy & mining. 

The role:

• Provide in-depth project scheduling and timeline preparation, develop and maintain scheduling system and schedule boards.
• Create a system that provides visibility of schedule and capacity to company.
• Ensure the accuracy and visibility of schedule and capacity to meet operational requirements.
• Review and schedule work packages.
• Set, review and report weekly milestones and provide feedback on their compatibility with global milestones.
• Ensure disciplined control of schedule system, activities and milestones.
• Maintain capacity levels and resource operating hours with information from supervisors.
• Work with supervisors, project managers, and both manufacturing sites to provide accurate and timely schedule updates and early identification of schedule issues and assist in resolution.
• Undertake role autonomously and assume responsibility for all schedule.
• Create report templates for progress, EVM and costing.
• Ensure that scheduling and milestone development is performed in close collaboration and coordination with all project teams.
• Escalate issues to the Operations Manager for work which does not appear to be valid, required or when timing cannot be met.
• Approach all aspects of the work being performed with safety as the highest priority.

About you:

• Manufacturing, engineering or scheduling background.
• Must have demonstrated the ability to visualize, communicate and complete tasks.
• Good written and verbal communications skills and have demonstrated the ability to be approachable and tactful.
• Excellent computer skills and PC skills – Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Strong commercial acumen & negotiation skills

How to apply 
To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Julia on 0426 201 *** or *****@sharpandcarter.com.au