Operations Scheduler at Aspen Pharma Group

Overview

• Support the Master Production Scheduler with the development, planning and execution of the master production schedule. Assist with adjusting backlogs. Provide production with manufacturing plans, aligned with master production schedule, acting as production facility liaison.

Responsibilities

Operations scheduling

• Support in short-term planning in daily buckets, rolling 3 to 4 weeks, ensuring smooth work centre loading, accurate dates and production feasibility
• Monitor production carry-overs and report on risks
• Assist Master Production Scheduler with adjusting for backlogs; reschedule to reflect realistic delivery dates 
• Advise the Master Production Scheduler of scheduling conflicts 
• Print and release production orders according to plan
• Ensure material availability
• Prioritise Lab testing, release of raw materials and packaging component
• Perform root cause analysis for late production orders

Procurement liaison

• Communicate material shortages with Buyers
• Confirm delivery dates with Buyers and expedites purchase orders
• Discuss material shortages, quality and specification issues with Buyers

Production liaison

• Meet with production department to discuss plan and ensure production execution to plan 
• Attend meetings as required with Lab and Production to support multi – functional teams 
• Amend production order delivery dates to reflect realistic delivery dates 

Requirements

Background/experience

• 2year Diploma in Logistics or a related field
• At least 4 years’ relevant experience
• Experience in a production planning environment

Specific job skills

• Computer literacy, including proficiency in the use of MS Excel and MS Word

Competencies

• Information Gathering
• Taking Action
• Planning and Organising
• Capturing Facts