8094BR

PRS Facility Location:

Winston Salem, NC - 329

Job Purpose:

Position Summary:

Primary responsibilities include creating and managing production schedules, as well as updating customer demand and coordinating changes with the shop floor.

Req ID:

Company Description:

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

Education / Training:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Associates Degree Preferred)

Job Title:

Materials Planner/Scheduler III

City:

Winston Salem

Key Job Elements:

• Create and manage production schedules that align

with facility metric: CSP (Customer Shipping

Performance), Frozen Schedule adherence, and

Scheduling Variation

• Update machining SOL (Start on Line) sheet, Daily

Change Log, and Variation reports

• SOL/FOL (Finish on Line) reporting for all scheduled

value streams

• Manage exception messages Production lines

supported

• Release production orders to shop floor

• Collaborate with customers service, based on

material deliveries and shop floor performance

• Support facility S&OP

• Respond to all internal customer requests for

scheduling improvements

• System data entry/spreadsheet verification and

analysis

• ERP system use/training to users

• Create/provide necessary reporting/documentation

• CI card support

• Create/improve process documentation and standard

work

• Support initiatives to improve OPACC throughout the

facility by impacting turns, touches, packaging,

and/or POU presentation

• Perform safety audits as required

• Reporting as needed

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 1 Year Production planning experience preferred.

• Proficient knowledge of PC Data entry.

• Knowledge of LN ERP planning preferred.

• Microsoft Office Proficient level skills (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Power BI)

• Ability to present to team members and other area leaders.

• ASCM Certification Preferred

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing Preferred

• Strong interpersonal/communication/prioritization skills

Environment and Physical Requirements:

Office climate. ~50% shop floor time required.

Infrequent need to physically move material. Must be able to team lift up to 55 lbs.; must be able to push and pull up to 125 lbs.

EEO:

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Benefits:

Progress Rail offers an excellent total compensation package,* including competitive salary, paid time off for vacation and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance and flexible spending accounts. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.

• Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.

Job Category:

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

Work Location Options:

Winston Salem NC

State::

NC