Production Scheduler

Company: Danfoss
Location: Tallahassee
Posted on: May 6, 2025

Job Description:

Requisition ID: 43579Job Location(s):Tallahassee, FL, USEmployment Type: Full TimeSegment: Danfoss Climate Solutions SegmentJob Function: Supply Chain and OperationsWork Location Type: On-siteJob DescriptionJob Summary: As a key driver to the development and delivery of the Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, the Production Scheduler will prepare advanced reporting and critical analysis to provide production planning for several product lines. The candidate must have a strong understanding of how to provide meaningful and actionable information utilizing several different types of data. The information being presented needs to be accurate and detailed in order to facilitate an effective decision-making. Effective analysis will balance demand and supply to ensure smooth production planning.Job Responsibilities Essential Functions, Key Tasks, & Responsibilities: (include the following, other duties may be assigned)Builds and manages tools and processes that support key objectives such as demand, capacity, and supply planning, inventory modeling, service, plan optimization, and gap analysis. Develops advanced analytical tools and reporting to support the entire Production planning processCoordinates and leads cross functional efforts that identify key improvement opportunities, then designs a plan of action, executes the plan, reports the results, and ensures sustainability.Prepares the Product line forecast to support the monthly business reviews retrieving inputs from Sales and Aftermarket functions, Operations, and Materials Management.Creates, monitors, and maintains Planning metrics and key performance indicators, identifying potential risks and opportunitiesConsolidates and analyzes demand and supply information for the operational, tactical, and strategic plans, and uses data to drive on-time delivery, establish lead times, inventory turns.Work with operations to optimize production efficiencies with a focus on cycle times, batch sizes, and shift strategies.Once the plan is in place helps facilitate cross-functional communication between all levels of the organization to support new product launches. This might include line extensions, promotions, discontinuations, or other actions all based upon decision-making modeling of process flow, inventory levels, costs of manufacturing, and distribution and transportation.Determine target inventory and planning method policies for major products with input from business and segment leaders.Support decision-making and the improvement of critical processes including Production Scheduling, Materials Planning, Manufacturing, Inventory Planning and Capacity Management.Drive resolution to operational issues, while keeping cross-functional partners aware of supply and service issues by providing factsBackground & SkillsRequired Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or Experienceo Minimum 2 year degree in Business, Engineering or Supply or a similar technical field.o Experience in Sales forecasting, Demand Planning along with operational experience.o Strong computer skills working with Microsoft Suites , MS Excel , Power Bi, SQL and working knowledge of ERP process is a requirement.o Strong analytical problem resolution skills, and able to manage multiple projects at a time.o Strong analytical and problem resolution skills along with the ability to communicate results both verbally and in writing.Preferred Qualifications: (Education, Skills, Experience, and/or Languages that are nice to have but not required):o APICS CPIM Certification or related Supply Chain Certificationso Advanced knowledge of data analysis and business modelingo Intermediate understanding of Supply Chain principles including Demand Management, Operations Planning and Master Production PlanningOther Competencies:o Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships with internal customers, internal/external suppliers and team members at all levels.o Experience working with and leading cross functional teams with remotely located team members and stakeholders.o Strong oral and written communication skills.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to an office environment. Occasionally the employee is exposed to typical mechanical room and test laboratory environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderately noisy.Danfoss Engineering TomorrowAt Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.Following our founders mindset action speaks louder than words, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.by Jobble

Keywords: Danfoss, Valdosta , Production Scheduler, Professions , Tallahassee, Georgia