The opportunity
We are currently seeking a Finite Scheduler to join our team. This is a full time opportunity, located in Stouffville Ontario.
The tasks and responsibilities of the Finite Scheduler will include but are not limited to:
Utilize the DS scheduling tool / RRP3 to maintain system dates within SAP
Develop, maintain and publish the detailed finite schedule in the DS scheduler tool using end to end sequencing
Ability to work with internal supervisors/managers and support departments to accurately schedule the business needs, with inputs/recommendations to be reflected in the finite schedule
Identify and elevate issues to the Master Scheduler or SC Manager that may impact the weekly commitments that cannot be resolved in this horizon
Convert firm planned orders into discrete orders and utilize the ERP scheduling tool to ensure schedules within the 4-5 week horizon are realistic and achievable
Manage and reissue process orders into MES to ensure alignment with dispensing activities
Ensure jobs are issued with the proper documentation in line with the desired formula’s and routing as defined within SAP
Load all jobs into the weekly RTE file and distribute to pertinent departments
Lead weekly interdepartmental RTE call to ensure manufacturing/packaging readiness in the frozen horizon and beyond
Track RTE metrics, and highlight and manage RTE action items
Communicate material and document requirements to supporting departments to ensure priorities are established in other departments to support the MPS in the firm zones
Plan accordingly the required “planned” downtime due to PMs, Engineering and other requirements. Communicate the start dates to impacted departments
Lead weekly forward-looking draft reviews with the operations team to identify any challenges, improvements or execution issues that impact C+1 and beyond
Work with Production Coordinator to ensure the required production documents and materials are available and will be delivered within the requested timeframe
Support by attending the daily manufacturing shop floor meetings (Lean, Tier, Mon->Fri)
Publish Weekly schedule metrics including monthly projection plans, workcenter utlization/execution, RTE readiness, risk factors, scheduled downtimes
Support the root cause/corrective actions of all underlying scheduling misses
Support the S&OP process by maintaining a detailed and capacity/materials-planned 3 month horizon
Manage the frozen/firm zone to ensure that the delivery of bulk adheres to market requirements/FG plan
Help direct the operations team with process improvement reviews/activities
Back up Sr. Finite Scheduler with such duties as:
Develop, issue and publish the detailed finite schedule in the ERP scheduler using end to end sequencing to ensure the release of Finished Goods
Manage the frozen/firm zone to ensure that the delivery of the bulk/finished goods are aligned with defined due dates
Establish achievable production schedules as specified in the routings and available head counts.
Your experience and qualifications
College Diploma or University degree in Science, Business, Engineering or Supply Chain
CPIM is preferred
3+ years’ experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment (pharmaceutical industry preferred).
Working knowledge of how to build finite schedules in Manufacturing, Packaging and supporting areas
Solid understanding of S&OP and GMP processes
Experience working in a production plant
ERP systems, MS Office package
