Production Scheduling Supervisor

As a Production Scheduling Supervisor at Shearer's, your primary responsibilities will include overseeing production schedules for multiple manufacturing facilities, ensuring optimal resource utilization, and coordinating workflows to meet delivery deadlines. You'll collaborate with cross-functional managers to resolve scheduling conflicts and analyze production data to enhance scheduling efficiency. Your role is vital for maintaining compliance with company SOPs while leading a talented team through best practices in production scheduling.

To qualify for the Production Scheduling Supervisor position at Shearer's, candidates should possess strong leadership and organizational skills, broad experience in Supply Chain and Operations, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are essential, along with experience using ERP/MRP systems preferred. A proven aptitude for collaborative problem-solving in a fast-paced environment will also be crucial.

At Shearer's, we provide our Production Scheduling Supervisors with ample support through a collaborative environment where teamwork is essential for problem-solving. You'll have the opportunity to lead a team of Finite Schedulers while leveraging our advanced manufacturing facilities and technology. Continuous analysis and streamlining of production processes will be encouraged, ensuring you have the resources needed to optimize scheduling and enhance overall operational efficiency.

The working environment for a Production Scheduling Supervisor at Shearer's is dynamic and engaging, set within our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. You’ll work in a hybrid model, splitting your time between on-site and remote work, ensuring flexibility while driving productivity. Collaboration with various departments and managing a team of Schedulers fosters a supportive culture that values contribution and learning, making your role both challenging and rewarding.

Shearer's offers a comprehensive benefits package to their Production Scheduling Supervisors, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a retirement savings plan with a match, and short- and long-term disability insurance. Additional perks include flexible spending accounts, group insurance options, and ample opportunities to engage in community volunteerism. We believe in taking care of our employees, ensuring they have the support they need for their personal and professional growth.

When answering this question, provide specific examples from your previous roles where you successfully managed production schedules. Highlight your problem-solving skills, emphasizing how you optimized workflows and resolved conflicts to achieve production targets while maintaining quality and safety standards.

To effectively answer this, illustrate your method of prioritizing tasks by discussing the tools and strategies you've used, like scheduling software or prioritization matrices. Talk about how you assess urgency, impact on timelines, and resource availability to ensure production runs smoothly.

Approach this question by detailing a specific incident where you successfully navigated a scheduling conflict. Focus on the steps you took to identify the root cause, the team collaboration involved in finding a solution, and the positive outcome that resulted from your resolution strategy.

In your response, emphasize the importance of clear and open communication. Discuss the methods you employ, such as regular check-ins, team meetings, or project management tools, to keep your team informed and engaged. Share any feedback or improved performance that resulted from these strategies.

Detail your experience with implementing and monitoring compliance to SOPs. Discuss how you conduct training sessions, regular reviews, and audits to ensure all team members are following established guidelines, as well as the methods you use to foster a culture of safety and adherence within your team.

Answer this by discussing the significance of data analysis in your scheduling processes. Highlight how you utilize historical data and production metrics to forecast demand, adjust schedules, and enhance efficiency. Mention any tools you’ve used for data reporting, showcasing your analytical strengths.

Share your experience with relevant ERP/MRP systems, detailing how you've integrated these tools into your scheduling processes. Discuss the benefits you've observed, such as improved resource allocation or faster response times to production demands, and how these systems contributed to achieving production goals.

Detail your approach to product introductions and discontinuations, emphasizing the strategic planning involved. Discuss collaboration with cross-functional teams, communication with manufacturing staff, and the use of scheduling tools to mitigate disruptions and ensure seamless transitions.

When discussing this, explain your flexibility and adaptability in managing last-minute changes. Provide examples of how you quickly reassessed the schedule, coordinated with your team, and communicated with relevant stakeholders to implement changes without compromising service delivery.

In your answer, discuss your passion for supply chain management and operational efficiency. Talk about the satisfaction you derive from watching your team succeed and streamlining production processes, along with any specific achievements that illustrate your commitment to excellence in production scheduling.