Junior Production Scheduler in Fresno, California at Netafim Irrigation Inc

This position is responsible for supporting the execution of the production schedules for our Control Valve, Filtration, and Re-Coil Assembly operations. The Junior Production Scheduler will utilize SAP to analyze MRP outputs, create and/or adjust production orders, and ensure schedule attainment to meet revenue objectives

The role serves as a key link between Planning, Production, Inventory Control, and Customer Service to maintain product availability, improve manufacturing efficiency, and identify opportunities to optimize inventory through component recovery and reassembly initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties as assigned.)

· Execute daily and weekly production scheduling activities for Valve Assembly, Filtration Assembly, and Re-Coil Assembly work centers.

· Review and analyze SAP MRP recommendations to create, release, modify, and maintain production orders.

· Coordinate production priorities with manufacturing supervisors to ensure schedules are executed efficiently and customer requirements are met.

· Monitor inventory levels and production requirements to ensure adequate supply of finished goods and components.

· Identify opportunities to utilize excess, slow-moving, or obsolete inventory through teardown, rework, or reassembly activities to support high-demand products.

· Work closely with Material Planning, Inventory Control, Manufacturing, and Customer Service to address shortages, schedule conflicts, and changing customer requirements.

· Maintain and support Bills of Material (BOMs) within SAP.

· Monitor key scheduling metrics including production attainment, schedule adherence, inventory availability, and customer service performance.

· Investigate inventory discrepancies, material shortages, and scheduling exceptions and recommend corrective actions.

· Generate and distribute production reports and schedule status updates as required.

· Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory reduction, schedule stability, and operational efficiency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS include the following.

· 1–3 years of Assembly, production scheduling, inventory control, or supply chain experience preferred.

· Understanding of MRP concepts and manufacturing processes.

· Strong analytical and organizational skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

· Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

· Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.

· Experience working with ERP systems; SAP experience preferred.

· Ability to analyze inventory and identify opportunities for inventory optimization and material recovery.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

· Associate's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.

· Equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience will be considered.

· APICS/ASCM coursework or certification preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· Ability to work extended schedules as needed.

· Long periods of computer work at a desk or workstation.