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Factory Scheduler

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Hybrid
Chicago, IL
59K-109K Annually
Mid level
Hybrid
Chicago, IL
59K-109K Annually
Mid level
The Factory Scheduler coordinates planning strategies, assesses inventory, analyzes supply shortages, and improves processes using various planning tools.
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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.


Department Overview
A fast-paced, dynamic environment manufacturing world-class communications equipment for public safety customers around the world.
Job Description

Apply a structured Planning methodology and release Hardware and Software Orders that impact Elgin Factory and Contract Manufacturing partners.

  • Assess Inventory, Shortage, Excess and Obsolescence
  • Create Planning strategy working with various stakeholders including Supply Planning
  • Identify, analyze, prepare risk mitigation for Supply Shortages
  • Consult and coach team functional members
  • Support communication efforts
  • Support and engage senior leaders when and where necessary
  • Coordinate efforts with continuous Improvement working with team members
  • Be proficient in Blue Yonder Factory Planning Tool, Tableau, Google Sheets and Oracle EBS system
  • Track and report issues
  • Define and measure success metrics
  • Actively improve processes and participate in Kaizen

Additional Qualified Experience:

  • Experience and knowledge of Planning principles, methodologies and tools like Blue Yonder Factory Planning, Oracle EBS, Tableau and Google Sheets.
  • Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal.
  • Excellent active listening skills.
  • Ability to clearly articulate messages to a variety of audiences.
  • Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships.
  • Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.
  • Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations.
  • Forward looking with a holistic approach.
  • Organized with a natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics.
  • Problem solving and root cause identification skills.
  • Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization.
  • Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively with and through others.
  • Acute business acumen and understanding of Planning Tools and factory processes.
  • Familiarity with Planning approaches and phases of product life cycles

Target Base Salary Range: $58,700   - $108,600 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements
  • Minimum 4 years Bachelors Degree with Planning Experience

Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
  • and more!


EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

Top Skills

Blue Yonder Factory Planning Tool
Google Sheets
Oracle Ebs
Tableau

Motorola Solutions Somerville, Massachusetts, USA Office

450 Artisan Way, #200, Somerville, MA, United States, 02145

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