Scheduler

Bakelite Synthetics is charting the course as the next-generation chemical company. With our global presence and rich history dating back to 1907, we are deeply rooted in the boundless possibilities of science and curiosity.

Today, from trains and planes to everyday household items, our products are almost always within a few feet.   We are continuously innovating thousands of products around the world while committing to sustainability and environmental protection. We are looking for talented and passionate people to help us create that future and the products that will continue to change the world. If you are someone who is curious, creative, and driven to make a difference, then you should consider joining our team.  

As a valued member of the Bakelite team, you will:

• Work on cutting-edge projects that are making a real impact on the world
• Collaborate with a team of talented and passionate people
• Learn and grow in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Put your unique fingerprint on our growing organization
• Make a difference in the world by helping create sustainable products

If you are ready to join a company that is changing the world, then we encourage you to apply today. We can’t wait to see what you can do!

Position Summary

Bakelite is seeking a Production Scheduler to join our dynamic team in Taylorsville, MS.  The Scheduler manages the production schedule to optimize production workflow and performance so that production teams meet critical deadlines.  This role is a primary liaison with supply chain, operations, maintenance, and engineering.

Essential Functions

• Generate, update and publish schedules for the site.
• Coordinate scheduled production downtime within scheduling model.
• Work with the Raw Materials Buyer to optimize inventories and maintain the target days of supply.
• Provide the Buyer the required delivery schedule for raw materials.
• Analyze schedule for potential problems and report to Regional Supply Chain, Operations and Commercial.
• Optimize Assets, staffing utilization and regional production to meet customer demand at the lowest operating cost.
• Drive back up plans for scheduled and un-scheduled outages and lead the production schedule recovery effort for the site.
• Reschedule production as necessary.
• Monitor production against schedule and communicate status to site production staff.
• Maintain the accuracy of user-defined data in the Scheduling Model.
• Monitor scheduling metrics to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
• Develop and maintain scheduling procedures.
• Execute MRP to ensure availability of raw materials and resources.
• Communicate raw material shortages to Regional Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Operations, and Commercial management.
• Review the accuracy of production data and provide recommendations.
• Manage materials inventory (raw materials, intermediates and finished products).
• Drive productivity projects within the site.
• Backup other sites as required.
• Track and report metrics on inventory quantity and slow-moving inventory.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3-5 years scheduling experience and/or operations experience.
• Knowledge of the principles of MRP and scheduling.
• Experience w/ SAP, M3, excel preferred.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Able to work well with all levels of the organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law. 

In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify.  For additional details, click HERE.

If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.