Production Scheduler

Boise Cascade Homedale Beams is hiring a Production Scheduler!

Annual Salary: $62,800 - $84,000 (DOE)

Responsibilities:

The Production Scheduler is responsible for coordination and scheduling of production processes, management of production/delivery schedules, identifying product specification for order files, and analysis of production specifications and plant capacity data. Additionally, this position will support continuous improvement opportunities at the mill.  This is a developmental position designed to provide the individual with the technical aspects of the business or discipline and the environment to exercise the practical application of their education and experience. The incumbent will have the opportunity for exposure to various facets of the business and to develop an in-depth understanding of the operations/function at the region or plant level.

Responsibilities include:

• Management of master production schedule to satisfy sequence and lead times to meet shipping dates; planning and scheduling workflow for each department; ordering and scheduling incoming materials; schedule changes.
• Interacts with sales to guide sales mix decisions in order to match production schedule requirements and limitations. 
• Managing Maximo work orders (WO's) and preventative maintenance (PM) worksheets including ensuring they are printed, assigned, and completed within the appropriate timeframe. 
• Coordinate Boise Improvement Cycle (BIC) meetings weekly and sending follow-up as necessary. Analyze business processes and performance data to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities. Responsible for in-house engineering feasibility studies, system trials, cost estimates, capital project planning, design, scheduling and installations that optimize new and existing equipment.
• Responsible for all aspects of capital project management.
• Work closely with plant management and maintenance personnel to correct production issues and ensure operating efficiencies.
• Demonstrate adaptability and openness to change and ability to anticipate problems and provide innovative solutions through data driven analytics.
• Maintain and gain relevant knowledge keep abreast of industry standards, best practices, and technological advances that maximize operating efficiency.
• Incumbent’s role may focus on evaluating and improving plant performance in the areas of safety, quality, production output and operating costs.
• May be responsible for environmental program, permits, audits and administration.
• May provide engineering oversight for development of software programs and functionality.
• Communicate effectively in individual and group situations adjusting language or terminology to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Read and interpret Computer Aided Design drawings and blueprints.
• Understand project management concepts, systems, and techniques.
• Participative and influential team player in achieving desired production outcomes and organizational goals.
• Ability to maintain sound judgment and stable performance under stress and/or opposition (e.g. time pressure, job ambiguity)
• Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor of Science preferred, preferably in engineering, wood products or business . Demonstrated experience in relevant areas such as planning, scheduling, data integration, or innovation-driven roles. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel with ability to create and manage spreadsheets, analyze data, and generate reports.  Demonstrated ability to apply mathematical formulas to practical situation. Must be able to develop good working relationships with internal customers, mill and sales staff, external vendors, and customers. Strong computer skills are essential.