Scheduling Specialist (Escanaba, MI)

Job description

Purpose:

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Billerud’s mission to lead the way when it comes to challenging conventional packaging and business? Our decisions are guided by the promise of creating a better tomorrow. Building a future where lighter, stronger, more durable and sustainable packaging is the natural choice not only requires experience and expertise, but also takes dedication, teamwork and perseverance. This is a journey that we are making together with our talented staff and our customers.

Summary Description:

Provide work scheduling and job testing & training scheduling support for assigned areas of Mill Production, including Maintenance dept. Coordinate all job moves and vacancy coverage including retirements, promotions, bids, curtailments, and vacations in assigned area of responsibility. Responsibilities and tasks include scheduling, vacancy filling, employee relations, and basic, key Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) language comprehension.

Qualifications

Key Accountabilities:

• Schedule assigned areas of Mill Production and Maintenance, and inform workforce in a timely manner, as prescribed by CBA.
• Coordinate Hourly Mill and Department Bid processes for assigned areas.
• Coordinate Vacation scheduling, Extra Work procedure, Curtailments (as needed), Training, and Testing for assigned areas.
• Make appropriate, timely phone calls and communication with Mill team members.
• Post weekly schedules for areas of responsibility, and update Company scheduling system.
• Coordinate additional manpower requests from departments.
• Provide backup and coverage for Scheduling team.
• Communicate proactively with Business Unit Managers and their teams to continually inform of potential mill staffing issues.
• Advise HR Manager on history of events that lead to grievances. Make recommendations based on involvement with events.

Personal qualities

Required Experience and Education:
Minimum Required Experience and Education:

• Associate’s degree and or 2+ years of scheduling experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably with a unionized workforce.

Travel: Negotiable

Required skills:
Minimum Required Skills:

• Great verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent listener.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Word.
• Ability and desire to learn and use new software, i.e. Dayforce.
• Excellent attendance.
• Ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to share bad news quickly and professionally.

Application information

Billerud NA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Why us?

At Billerud, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward thinking team dedicated to shaping a more sustainable future. We’re committed to supporting your growth, well being, and long term success.

• Impactful Work – Contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives.
• Career Growth – Access development programs and internal advancement opportunities.
• Education Support – Tuition reimbursement + certificate programs through partner schools.
• Competitive Compensation – Performance based bonus eligibility (role dependent).
• Comprehensive Benefits –
  
  • Multiple medical plans with virtual care options
  • Generous 401(k) offerings
  • HSA contribution match + additional preventive exam contribution
  • Dental & vision coverage
  • Company paid disability insurance
  • Prescription benefits

Our recruitment process may include interviews, recruitment test, reference checks, and alcohol & drug testing.