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Production Planner/Scheduler I
Four 10s M-Th, 5:30am-3:30pm
Pay Range: $22-$28/hour DOE
WHO WE ARE
Who knew? On a beautiful green island in south Puget Sound sits the world’s best “bone factory!” For over four decades Pacific Research Laboratories, dba, Sawbones, has been creating and manufacturing state-of-the-art anatomical medical training and simulation models, right here on Vashon Island. And not only that… we also offer contracted manufacturing solutions using the latest technology and innovative engineering, to turn others’ ideas into salable products. As employee-owners, we’re a dedicated bunch, proud of the products we make and the strong relationships we’ve built over the years with our customers, vendors, and the community.
Island residents enjoy a peaceful, unhurried lifestyle, outdoor activities, and an opportunity to have “the best of both worlds” with West Seattle, Tacoma, and the Kitsap peninsula each a short ferry ride away. We also have Metro bus service and a weekday water taxi to downtown Seattle - lots of transport options. And the orca-sightings are free!
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package that includes commuter subsidies, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plus paid time off (PTO) and sick leave. After one year of service, you are automatically enrolled in our ESOP, you are then also eligible to join our 401k plan that includes company matching.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates must complete an online application in order to be considered for this position. First you will create an account within our online application system. Then you can choose the position that you would like to apply for. You can find the link to our online application system by visiting our website at WWW.SAWBONES.COM/CAREERS.
No phone calls please. EEO/AA.
SUMMARY
Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments according to daily and weekly production schedules utilizing computer scheduling software to ensure daily production requirements meet customer expectations.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Check, analyze and verify the availability of material and tools; Create daily schedules by prioritizing orders.; Route work to minimize machine time and set up; Arrange for the movement of material and parts from stockrooms to work stations or between processing departments; Utilize MRP to create master schedules based on customers’ orders or instructions; Follow-up with Customer Service, purchasing and production staff to expedite flow of materials and documents to meet production schedule and customer expectation; Interact with production supervisors daily to resolve issues regarding manufacturing gaps; Complete status reports regarding production progress, work in process, and raw material inventory; Meet established scheduling productivity/accuracy levels and deadlines; Participate in continuous improvement effort; Maintain orderly and clean work station; Use computers to access and input information; Cross train in all scheduling areas; Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required; Follow appropriate safety precautions; Assist others as directed by Supervisor; Assist Supervisor as directed; Performs other duties as required.
