Production Scheduler

AJM Packaging Corporation

Southgate, MI

Position Overview –

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, is seeking a Production Scheduler to join our team in Southgate, MI. The Production Scheduler will be responsible for all scheduling and planning activities across our high-volume manufacturing operations. Key responsibilities of this important position include short and long-term production planning, creating and managing production schedules, monitoring and adjusting inventory levels, optimizing production efficiencies and ensuring on-time customer delivery.

Responsibilities & Duties –

Plan, schedule and prepare all elements of the production of goods. Coordinate the production scheduling and inventory levels as to ensure that all company and order objectives are continually met
Continually review orders for changing priorities in order status to properly respond to material, delivery, and lead time requirements. Proactively anticipate and plan for upcoming orders as well
Communicate and resolve Sales Orders delays with Customer Service/Sales Teams.
Coordinate all scheduling activities with production management to ensure that the most efficient cost-effective production schedule is established and carried out
Monitor any source of disruption in the production schedule and interact with the appropriate personnel to correct and/or provide notice of an issue
Participate in the tracking of inventory levels. Make procurement requests for any needed production materials, supplies or equipment and communicate with the appropriate personnel
Continuous interaction and communication with the customer service, purchasing, manufacturing, logistics, shipping & receiving, and sales departments

Minimum Requirements –

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, materials or logistics management
Five years or more of production, planning, scheduling, inventory control, logistics and/or supply chain management experience with at least two of those years in high-volume, multi-plant manufacturing
Strong operational and administrative skills and careful attention to detail
Proficiency with analysis tools and outstanding problem-solving skills
A high level of proficiency in plant scheduling, planning, analyzing data and managing changeovers demonstrated at a multi-plant level
Strong communications skills and the ability to interact and communicate in an effective and proactive manner with multiple team members, ensuring operational targets are met and customer delivery schedules are satisfied
Must have ERP/MRP experience; Dynamics AX preferred and solid proficiency in Microsoft Excel
APICS certification preferred

Benefits -

At AJM, our comprehensive “Cafeteria Benefits Plan” and “Flexible Spending Arrangement” (FSA), truly sets us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you’ll receive a comprehensive package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage

Summary of Benefits –

Medical Insurance (BCBS)
Dental Insurance
Optical Insurance
Life Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Cafeteria Benefits Plan
Flexible Spending Agreement
Health Savings Account
Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
Paid Vacations
Paid Holiday
Paid Sick & Personal Time
Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us -

AJM was originally founded as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit’s Eastern Market. In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit’s southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products. Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States.

Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded, but the company’s commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is deeply embedded in its DNA. So, too, is the founding brothers’ entrepreneurial spirit, “can do” attitude and singular focus on the value proposition that has fueled the company’s success from the very beginning. We’re still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they’ve come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

Career Development -

At AJM, we realize we will only go as far as our employees can take us and, for that reason, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees’ skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement. There are no barriers to impede your progress here and no ceilings to halt your advance. You’ll control your own destiny, and we will help you reach your full potential with both in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies. Join our team and see where your AJM journey takes you!

For More Information -

Visit our website at www.ajmpack.com

AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status