Production Scheduling & Purchasing Specialist

Scheduling and Purchasing Specialist

Here at Westfall Technik, we pride ourselves on being the fastest growing Plastic Injection Manufacturing Company in the USA and soon Globally. While many companies outsource their work, we believe in keeping our jobs in the US. We currently support over 1,500 Team Members across 15 facilities in the US, and we are still growing.

At our Elizabethtown, KY site, we invest in our people. Our overall success is largely attributed to our Team Members' skills and talents, which have been impactful and essential to the growth of our business. Here, you'll get the opportunity to test your knowledge and skills and become a critical player within Westfall. We want you to view your time at Westfall as an investment in your future.

We are currently seeking a Production Scheduling &Purchasing Specialist with the following qualifications:

Summary of Role:

The Production Scheduling and Purchasing Specialist (S&P Specialist) develops, prepares, and maintains production schedules to guide the production activities and resources that achieve maximum efficiency and meet output and timeline objectives. This role gathers data from internal teams to incorporate materials, inventories, resource availability, and delivery commitments into schedules. Monitors daily production results and revises scheduling responsive to changes in the flow of materials, designs, equipment, or other resources. Utilizes ERP system tools to develop and maintain master schedules and generate reporting as well as maintaining raw material inventory needs by ordering and coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality of purchased goods.

Professional Attributes

Production Scheduling:

• Creates a MPS (Master Production Schedule) that satisfies customer and company demands through managed resource utilization; utilizes the MPS for the detailed plant, material, equipment and manpower capacity planning as well as financial planning
• Coordinates with other functional groups to include, Purchasing, Accounting, Project Management, Sales, and Production Manager to ensure that planning activity results in highest possible on-time completion/delivery for customers
• Participates in the structure and creation of project BOMs most efficient for plant routing
• Establishes production schedules based on raw material procurement plans and manufacturing engineering plans
• Provides the sales team with project completion dates based on the MPS information.
• Works with Accounting Team to prepare a backlog report indicating the status of all project timelines and estimated dates of completion
• Analyzes and reports on resource utilization to determine overall resource capacities
• Coordinates MPS through production, determining material availability, identifying actions and solutions required to meet projected delivery requirements
• Prepares production analysis charts and machine load forecasts and labor forecasts
• Follows up on planned vs actual production activity with reports to indicate accuracy
• Utilizes a basic understanding of lean manufacturing and JIT principles including DBR tools to apply in appropriate situations

Purchasing:

• Preparing and issuing purchase orders based on production needs and material inventory
• Monitoring all purchase orders and maintain regular follow-up with all suppliers and vendors
• Assist in monitoring supplier performance and resolving issues and concerns
• Assist in inspecting and evaluating the quality of purchased items and resolving shortcomings
• Preparing reports and maintaining accurate inventory and procurement records
• Evaluating and driving raw material inventory reduction
• Maintain accurate data within ERP system (Vendor Information, Contacts, Pricing, ECT)
• Complying with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards including ISO and BRC requirements to comply with the company's QMS
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• Five (5) years related experience in planning/scheduling, or Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management or a technical field, plus three (3) years experience in planning/scheduling or equivalent required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and some working knowledge of database driven reports
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbally

What You'll Love About Us:

• 11 Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, Vacation Pay
• 401K, Plus Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Sponsored Life and AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and More...
• We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.