Production Scheduler

• Build, manage, and update production schedules while accounting for lead times, capacity limits, and resource availability
• Partner with production, customer service, sales, supply chain, and materials teams to translate forecasting data into actionable production plans
• Proactively revise schedules in response to changes such as material shortages, rush work, or rework needs
• Communicate schedule updates and priorities clearly to production leadership
• Maintain scheduling and planning software tools
• Coordinate with purchasing on raw material levels and ensure timely delivery of monthly stock requirements
• Track and communicate required art approvals, copybooks, and other pre‑press materials to support planned press dates
• Manage art and tooling status updates
• Participate in daily cross‑department meetings (production, prep, ink, tooling, material handling)
• Release job jackets to the plate room in advance of production
• Prepare delay lists and communicate impacts to customers when timelines shift
• Adhere to safety policies, cGMP guidelines, and housekeeping standards
• Follow all company policies and procedures

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• 3+ years of scheduling or planning experience in manufacturing or printing
• Strong collaboration skills across multiple departments
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced production environment
• Skilled at managing shifting priorities and handling multiple tasks
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical thinking abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint

Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles