Production Scheduler

·         Schedule job flows in departments that ensure jobs are on a pace consistent with the delivery date

o  Schedule from the delivery date backwards, ensuring ample time in each production area

o  Coordinate the proofing process, setting and monitoring the due dates

o  Coordinate press runs to maximize efficiencies – i.e. minimize make-ready time

o  Provide a cutting schedule to the Bindery Manager to allow for timely distribution of paper stock to the pressroom

o  Communicate daily proofing, plate, press and bindery schedules to departments

o  Communicate scheduling problems affecting due dates to Managers/Sales/Project Manager’s

·         Evaluate job plans to ensure they reflect our efficiencies and quality

·         Keep ongoing communication with the Estimator to ensure our estimates reflect our efficiency/quality

·         Coordinate and communicate production alternatives during full capacity or machine downtime

·         Be proactive in forecasting needed overtime and staffing requirements and communicate such requirements during management meetings

·         Hold all managers accountable for adherence to the production schedule and bring up non-compliance at manager meetings so the issues can be resolved

·         Organize and run the scheduling meetings

·         Initiate spoilage reports and keep a log of all spoilage directly affecting the production schedule

Qualifications/Requirements:

Associates Degree or equivalent experience preferred
Prior scheduling experience in a printing/graphics industry preferred
Excellent time management skills
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
Ability to be a self-starter who can work under minimal supervision
Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and schedules