Production Planner Scheduler

Description

Jergens, Inc. has been a strong presence in the manufacturing industry for over 75 years, becoming one of the world’s largest manufacturers of standard tooling components, vises and other workholding equipment. Jergens has career opportunities for anyone interested in manufacturing and we are looking for individuals who are motivated, team-oriented, and passionate about growing or starting their career in manufacturing!

Our work culture:

Jergens, Inc., is a privately owned manufacturer founded by the Schron Family in 1942. Headquartered in Cleveland, OH, Jergens has a global reach, with activities across 4 continents and 30+ countries around the world.

Through the many changes over the past 75 years, one thing has remained a constant – the core values of Jergens. A dedication to:

• Honesty
• Hard work
• Excellence in all we do
• A commitment to family

These values are the foundation upon which the company was built, the standard for how every Jergens employee conducts themselves today and will continue to set the direction into the future as we continue to grow our family of employees.

About Jergens, Inc.

Jergens, Inc. is comprised of 3 distinct business units: Workholding Solutions, Lifting Solutions and Specialty Fasteners. Building on its reputation of uncompromising quality standards, Jergens is committed to helping its customers achieve leaner, more profitable manufacturing, and continues to add products and engineered solutions for an integrated approach to “Manufacturing Efficiency.”

To learn more about Jergens, Inc., visit us at www.jergensinc.com

Also, be sure to check out our video to see what it's like to work at Jergens: https://youtu.be/UVkHTp6OH54

Benefits of Working at Jergens, Inc.

Jergens offers employees

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance benefits package (including medical, dental and vision coverage as well as company paid life insurance and disability)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Fun staff events and activities
• 401k plan with profit sharing
• Paid vacation time starting at 13 days
• 11 paid holidays

Reports to: Director of Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Has a thorough understanding of our company’s materials, supplies, equipment, and production capabilities. Assists less 

experienced planners by providing information, as necessary.

• Confers with manufacturing to ensure the coordination of all functions involved in the production, inventory management, and 

quality assurance of the product by scheduling workloads and establishing lead times for manufacture of the product.

• Works from inventory and production requirements/reports, drawings, written and verbal instructions to plan and determine 

operational scheduling/planning of assigned manufacturing operations.

• Reviews on hand component quantities versus allocated quantities using data system and determine which components need 

additional shop orders released to produce additional product. 

• Reviews order requirements using data system and adjust lot quantities appropriately based on part history and customer need. 

• Evaluates alternative methods to produce finished product if standard components are not readily available to meet customer 

needs. 

• Provides accurate feedback to sales as to delivery dates and advises when problems arise that will affect deliver to the 

customer. Assists less experienced planners with more complex issues.

• Effectively manages the scheduling process and adjusts when changes are necessary and provides creative solutions to difficult 

situations.

• Keeps the supervisor aware in a timely manner of any issues needing the supervisor’s involvement.

• Maintains timely and accurate records and reports, as required.

• Is timely and effective in responding to customer and production issues.

• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external resources.

Requirements

• High school education is required. At least some college education in a related field is preferred. 

• Has the necessary training to be proficient in the position.

• Has at least two years of experience of successful related experience within another company function or organization.

• Is fully trained and capable of responding to all normal daily planning issues with a minimal need for direction from the 

supervisor.

• Has excellent communications and interpersonal skills to be able to interact effectively with internal and external resources.

• Has excellent computer skills and is proficient with all related company systems and programs.

• Has strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective time management skills in prioritizing and addressing multiple and at times conflicting demands.

• High energy with a sense of urgency in responding to production scheduling issues.

• High level of personal and professional integrity.

• Is committed to the company’s values.

• Attention to detail in maintaining required records and reports.