Supervisor, Production Scheduling - Torrance, United States - Singer Vehicle Design

Singer Vehicle Design

Verified Company

Torrance, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

About Singer:

We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world.

Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland.

Our mission is described simply as:
"A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence." The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.

Supervisor, Production Scheduling:

Position Summary:

Under direct leadership, the

Supervisor, Production Scheduling:

manages a team that provides accurate status reporting of vehicle and sub assembly builds and plans the forward schedule at the shop level, understanding the working pattern and any build constraints that may exist.

The goal is to ensure the smooth and cost-efficient production operations and to work in a manner that demonstrates, "Everything is Important.

This is an onsite role in Torrance, CA._

Essential Functions:

Leads and supervises the Production Scheduling Team ensuring department goals are achieved and production deadlines are met on time and within budget
Uses extensive knowledge of the production process to design and implement the production schedule plan considering all aspects of production including cost, timeliness, and effectiveness
Work crossdepartmentally with Material Operations and production teams to review relevant factors impacting production schedules, improve processes, and resolve issues
Performs administrative duties, including but not limited to approving timecards, scheduling, conducting reviews, maintaining stocking levels of supplies, and oneonone mentoring and training of direct reports
Implements bestpractices for production scheduling across US Operations
Responsible for tracking and reporting vehicle and sub assembly production status
Accountable for vehicle and sub assembly ontime delivery
Provides leadership and guidance to the rest of the Production Scheduling Team and Production Leads regarding the production schedule and status
Ensures all team members are trained on operational procedures and that the team works efficiently and effectively to meet established goals
Monitors the individual performance and behavior of team members to ensure adherence with company/departmental policies, processes, and procedures
Serves as a role model, facilitating effective communication practices throughout the team and embodying the value of, "Everything is Important."
Evaluates the work of Scheduling Team, provides feedback, and coaches and disciplines employees as needed to be sure that their performance meets job expectations
Ensures the ERP/MRP system accurately reflects the correct production plan and status of vehicles and subassemblies
Publishes an accurate production schedule forecast
Ensures that daily, weekly, and monthly reporting accurately represents the production status
Works to resolve/escalate any issues blocking progress on achieving the production schedule in a timely manner
Fosters a team environment across the functions involved in achieving the production schedule
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience

Associate degree in management or related field
Five (5) years of related work experience, including at least three (3) plus years of related experience as Material Planner, Production Planner, Material Handler, or equivalent
Minimum one (1) year of leadership experience

Preferred Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree
Proficiency in SQL and Fishbowl or similar MRP systems
Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing
Prior experience in rapid growth environment

Skills/Abilities and Attributes:

Demonstrated experience leading and motivating teams
Ability to employ both creative and analytical approaches in resolving scheduling and production issues
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Perfectionist mindset, very high attention to detail
Team oriented, with a strong ability to multitask and work in a fastpaced environment to multiple deadlines
Strong organizational and problemsolving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines
Effective written and verbal communications skills; ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others
Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Must be able to work in a seated, standing, or walking position for extended periods
Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms at computer keyboard for extended periods
Must have ability to speak clearly and distinctly and hear and be heard and understood in person and by telephone
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