Job Description

The Production Dispatcher is responsible for releasing and assembling Production Order packets based on production schedules provided by Production Planners. The Dispatcher also processes subcontract POs provided by the Buyers.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Releases production orders per schedule, with prints, IPs, work authorizations, etc.; assembles production order packets, and ensures timely delivery of production orders to support manufacturing processes.
• Processes Subcontract Supplier Purchase Orders with required paperwork and delivers to material deployment for processing.
• Monitors accuracy of production and purchase order paperwork.
• Takes production GEMBA walks to identify work needed per cell and delivers production orders to cells as necessary.
• Prepares planning reports as required.
• Establishes effective communication with various teams such as production planners, buyers, supervisors, plant production departments, and/or management as required.
• Identifies opportunities for procedural improvements to eliminate waste.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Preferred Computer skills: SAP, Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook
• Basic math knowledge including counting, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, fractions, and decimals
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Interpersonal skills required — this position requires written and oral communication and working with others in a team setting

Education:

• High School Diploma required.

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