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Fireclay Tile lists this Production Scheduling Assistant opportunity in aromas, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Scheduling AssistantAs the Scheduling Assistant, you will work directly with our talented Scheduling team to audit, prioritize, monitor product status' and communicate updates between the Production and Sales & Client Support teams. The Scheduling Assistant will support our production teammates ensuring they have the tools & information needed to execute what is scheduled on any given day. In this role, you will take ownership of key scheduling activities that positively impact productivity & profitability. Being a big player in helping to improve existing processes, and brainstorming new ideas to help adapt & improve efficiency between the teams. This role reports to the Production Planning Manager and is located on-site in Aromas, CA. It's an hourly position at $20.00 on our 1st shift.The Problems You'll Solve …We are in need of a Scheduling Assistant who can connect with our teammates through multiple channels including e-mail, phone, slack and in person. In this role, you'll be responsible for:Managing and re-prioritizing SCS priorities for the scheduler. Providing status updates to Sales and Client Support teamManaging production priorities in Asana and maintaining a constant communication channel between the production leads and scheduler.Inventory management: Monitor inventory levels of finished products, and supporting materials and ensure proper levels are maintained to avoid shortages or overstocking.KPI Scorecard Reporting: Develop or maintain existing scorecards for the production management.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement, logistics, to ensure a seamless flow of materials and information.Technology Utilization: Utilize production planning software (Salesforce), project management (Asana), and communication applications (Slack).Asana Task Creation: Create dedicated tasks for each late order in Asana, specifying the order details, required actions and deadlines.Task Tracking: Regularly monitor the status of Asana tasks, and update task progress as actions are taken and milestones are achieved.Communication: Maintain open communication either directly on the plant floor or via channels with stakeholders to address any questions, concerns, or obstacles hindering task completion.Escalation Protocol: Establish an escalation protocol for particularly critical late orders, ensuring that senior management is informed and involved as necessary.Data Analysis and Sorting: Utilize Excel along with company approved AI platforms to import and analyze order data, including order due dates, customer priorities, and production lead times. Create or use existing spreadsheets and pivot tables to sort and filter orders based on various criteria, such as urgency, revenue impact, or customer importance.About You …You are an empathetic, kind, and patient person; you are socially conscious, creative, and innovative. You are comfortable working in a collaborative environment but can operate independently and use data to make decisions. You focus on providing best-in-class support & communication between Production teams & Client Success.Take initiative to find solutionsA doer, you find areas for improvement, prioritize, and get things doneResilient and determined to ensure project goals are achieved on timeFlexible and fun demeanor with the ability to get involved in the details while maintaining a wider viewKnowledge in ExcelFamiliarity with AI technology and comfortable with using it in everyday tasks.Maintain a communicative disposition with all teams to be able to give & receive feedback on what is working in processes and what may need improvementWhy Fireclay?Beyond the role itself, here's what makes Fireclay Tile a special place to work:Our Mission: We are on a mission to do good by crafting products intentionally, collaboratively, and transparently. We are the makers, who support the dreamers.Our Values: We live by Kindness, Honesty, Tread Lightly on the Earth, Measure Twice, Cut Once, and Ganas (Desire).Our Commitment: We are accountable to the B Corp standards, prioritizing People and Planet alongside Profit.Growth and Innovation: We are committed to 25-35% annual growth and are revolutionizing the tile and design industry.Our Culture: We foster a culture of professional development, ongoing training, and real opportunities for growth within the organization.Our Benefits: We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including medical, financial, a 4% 401(k) match, PTO, sick time, parental leave, employee stock options, and other perks. Visit Fireclaybenefits.com for full details.
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aromas, CA, 95004, US
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