Production Scheduler Jobs
A Production Scheduler in the printing industry is responsible for planning and managing production schedules to ensure that all production requirements are met on time. They analyze production specifications, plant capacity data, and perform mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource requirements. They also prepare production reports, and monitor the production process to ensure that it stays on schedule. Additionally, the scheduler is tasked with coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials within or between departments according to production schedules.
Key skills for a Production Scheduler include excellent organizational and planning skills, strong problem-solving ability, as well as solid communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in production scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite is often required. Relevant certifications, such as a Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) from APICS, can also be advantageous. Prior to becoming a Production Scheduler, an individual may have roles such as Production Assistant, Production Planner, or Material Coordinator. These roles provide valuable experience and knowledge in production processes, coordination, and planning.

- Budget Printers and Embroiderers
- Hartford, CT
- 17 hours ago
- Budget Printers and Embroiderers
- Hartford, CT
- 17 hours ago
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include: Coordinating daily workflow and production schedules Leading, supervising, and supporting production staff Operating offset and digital presses, as well as bindery...
Strong understanding of print production processes, equipment, and software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Fiery, etc.)....
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Strong understanding of print production processes, equipment, and software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Fiery, etc.)....
Requirements Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the planning and execution of print production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of projects Coordinate with internal teams to facilitate smooth...
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Print Project Manager Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Our customer promise is worth bragging about! As a Print Project Manager, help us spread the word and...
*Printing Experience and Large Format Printing is Required!...
Pay: $16.00/hour Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM What You'll Do: Coordinate routing, POD processes, and press operations with leadership Manage production schedules, timelines, and task assignments...
As a Senior Print Production Manager, you'll be a key contributor to the collaborative and innovative spirit that defines HomeServe....
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Production Scheduler position
- Research Skills
- Procurement
- Auditing
- Collaboration
- Regulations
- Punctual
- Prioritizing
- Offset Printing
- Bindery
- Flexography
- Commercial Printing
- Digital Printing
- Lithography
- Color Management
- Large Format Printing
- Print Production
- Laminating
- Prepress
- Printing
- Direct Mail
- Print Design
- Finishing
- Machine Operation
- Proofing
- Desktop Publishing
- Publishing
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Adobe InDesign
- Production Management
- Adobe Illustrator
- Mac Skills
- Graphic Design
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Branding
- Specifications
- Shipping
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe
- Adobe Photoshop CC
- Media
- Packaging
- Estimating
- Strategy Development
- Quality Control
- Troubleshooting
- High School Diploma
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Office
- Project Management
- Problem Solving
- Sales
- Microsoft Excel
- Time Management
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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