Production Scheduler

For over 140 years our products have helped ensure the safe, reliable operations of key industries.  With a passion for precision and partnership, Celeros Flow Technology continues this heritage of high performance and dependability, providing mission critical, sustainable flow control solutions for our customers around the globe.

Celeros Flow Technology is looking for individuals with a voice and a vision.  We embrace change, diversity and promote new ways of looking at old ideas.  We seek talented professionals to join our world-class team of innovators in a global, collaborative & multi-cultural environment, where you will be challenged, supported, and inspired to be extraordinary.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Production Controller / Scheduler will be responsible for scheduling, coordinating, and controlling production activities for a designated production cell, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining quality standards

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (But Not Limited to)

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on the master production schedule, resource availability and material requirements
• Adjust schedules as necessary to respond to changes in demand, production capacity or optimising load
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure that all resources, including labour and materials, are available and allocated effectively
• Monitor production processes, addressing any issues that arise to minimise downtime and maintain workflow
• Utilize ERP systems to track production progress, update schedules, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Analyse production data to identify trends and areas for improvement in scheduling and efficiency
• Act as a liaison between various departments (engineering, quality assurance, procurement) to ensure alignment on production goals and requirements
• Facilitate regular production meetings to review progress, address challenges, and communicate schedule updates
• Proactively identify potential production bottlenecks and develop solutions to mitigate risks
• Implement corrective actions to address production delays or resource shortages
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance production scheduling, efficiency, and overall operational performance
• Support Sub-contract process management
• Convert planned orders and print route card document packs, making sure to align with material delivery dates. Highlighting any material shortages to the procurement team and the AOT team.
• Expedite closure and close out transaction for all allocated NCRs utilizing SAP QM transactions.  Escalate delays in process affecting schedule completion. (As per QMS & NCR Swim lanes).
• Liaise with Operations department on holidays/absence/breakdowns to plan available future capacity.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production scheduling or control within a manufacturing environment
• Experience in complex project-based manufacturing is highly desirable
• Proven track record of successful production planning and scheduling
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.) and advanced Excel skills
• Strong understanding of materials management principles, inventory control, and production scheduling
• ASCM (formally APICS) certification (CPIM or CSCP) or equivalent is desirable

KPIs

• Production Schedule Adherence
• Work Centre Utilisation

PERSONAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Demonstrated capability to manage change

YOU MUST HAVE VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities to develop
• Bonus
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Holiday buy and sell
• Pension
• Life Cover
• Employee Assistance Program
• Digital Benefits; Health, Wealth & Lifestyle

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The 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.

• Required daily to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, and see (specific close vision abilities are required to perform computer work)
• Required occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Required daily to use hands and fingers and arms to reach (to operate a computer and telephone)
• Required occasionally to lift and/or move objects that are light to moderate
• Required occasionally to travel (usually by air or road so may be required to sit for extended periods)

WORKING CONDITIONS

The 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.

• Ability to work with moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, etc.)
• Ability to work in an open planned office / individual office
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods
• Ability to sit in a car or on a plane for extended periods

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CELEROS FLOW TECHNOLOGY VALUES

All Celeros divisions are committed to the effective use of the Celeros Values.  It is important that all employees understand and utilize these values when performing the duties of his/her position.

INTEGRITY:  We work safely and respect our employees, business partners & environment. We always lead by example.

SPEED:  In our mission to bring mission-critical flow control equipment to the world, energy in our actions & urgency.

ACCOUNTABILITY:  We stand behind our actions and deliver on our promises.

PARTNERSHIP:  We collaborate across our teams & our customers to win together. We rely on each other to deliver the best outcome & celebrate successes.

EXCELLENCE:  We are passionate about being the best at engineering, manufacturing & maintaining mission-critical equipment.  We seek quality & community improvement in every interaction.

QUALITY

Quality encompasses all aspects of Celeros’ business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system.  All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.

CELEROS Flow Technology is an equal opportunity employer.