Production Scheduler

Work Location: Unilever Cu Chi Factory

Job Purpose 

Support the execution of production plans by creating detailed weekly production schedules for manufacturing lines and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure the availability of materials and packaging.  

Responsibilities 

Production Scheduling 

• Prepare detailed weekly production schedules by shift and by production line/machine for the current production week and n+1 & n+2 weeks. 
• Coordinate with the Planning team to align production schedules with material and packaging availability.
• Adjust production plans as required to ensure smooth execution and minimize disruptions. 
• Apply production planning principles and performance standards such as equipment utilization, production efficiency, workforce allocation, and changeover optimization. 
• Monitor daily and weekly production progress and prepare performance output reports. 
• Digital applications to enhance operational performance, simplify work processes, eliminate losses, and support continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Lead the deployment and sustainment of Unilever Manufacturing System (UMS) methodology within assigned pillar and plant areas. 

Cross-Functional Coordination 

• Work closely with Planning, Warehouse, and Production teams to ensure materials are available and production plans can be executed as scheduled. 
• Coordinate with warehouse personnel to address material or packaging shortages and revise production schedules when necessary.
• Support the implementation and operation of digital inventory and warehouse management initiatives.
• Coordinate with logistic team to ensure pertinent loading container time.  

Master Data & System Management 

• Maintain and update product master data and related information in ERP and other operational systems. 
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across planning, inventory, and production systems. 

Other Duties 

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, workplace organization activities, and quality programs. 
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned by the supervisor or department manager. 

Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related fields. 
• 1 year+ of experience in production scheduling or related fields. 
• Proficiency in data analysis tools. 
• Basic English communication skills. 
• Experience working with ERP systems (such as SAP) is an advantage. 
• Good communication and stakeholders management skills. 
• Proactive, flexible and able to perform in a fast-changing environment. 
• Eager to learn and continuously improve. 

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