Production Scheduler

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Production Scheduler. This role is based in our Lynchburg Plant and reports to the Supply Chain Manager.

Do not miss the opportunity to join a broad family of people-centric professionals, thought leaders, and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit ,and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary:

Join a team where your contributions truly matter. We're seeking a team-oriented and detail-driven Production Scheduler to help us keep our operations running smoothly and efficiently. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring our products are delivered on time and to the highest standards by developing smart production schedules, coordinating across departments, and maintaining optimal inventory levels.

You'll work closely with cross-functional teams-including logistics, customer service, and plant operations-in a collaborative and respectful environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous improvement. Your ability to solve problems, adapt to changing priorities, and communicate effectively will have a direct impact on our success and customer satisfaction.

We're committed to supporting your growth through ongoing learning opportunities, exposure to multiple facets of the business, and a culture that encourages innovation and teamwork. If you're someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and wants to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply-even if you don't meet every listed qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a master production schedule that clearly outlines products to be manufactured, quantities required and target completion dates

• Monitor jobs in progress to provide timely updates and proactively address potential delivery concerns.

• Update daily and weekly production schedules to reflect current activities and priorities.

• Serve as a key point of contact between logistics, customer service, sales, and plant operations to ensure alignment and timely communication.

• Initiate and optimize stock transfers for production materials, consolidating shipments to reduce transportation costs.

• Coordinate and participate in inventory counts (weekly, monthly, annual) to ensure accuracy of raw materials and work-in-progress (WIP).

• Maintain inventory levels through effective scheduling, aligned with logistics targets, financial budgets, and sales trends.

• Analyze demand forecasts to support production planning and inventory control.

• Assess plant capacity and resource requirements, recommending solutions to address short- and long-term challenges.

• Use planning tools such as MRP/CRP to develop production plans that balance service levels, plant capacity, and inventory goals.

• Track and report on inventory and production levels to support decision-making.

• Facilitate cross-departmental communication to resolve scheduling conflicts and competing priorities.

• Complete administrative tasks related to production scheduling and planning.

• Support other functions as needed, based on team priorities and supervisor guidance.

Education & Certifications

• Bsc Degree in a related field.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in manufacturing or production environments.

• Familiarity with product lines, including part numbers and descriptions.

• Understanding of cost accounting, bills of material, and routing concepts.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented and inclusive environment.

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at HR@ipexna.com

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