Founded in 1880, Krug is well recognized as a leader in the design and manufacturer of high-quality business and healthcare furniture. For 146 years, Krug’s reputation has been built on the principles of integrity and dignity in its relations with its staff, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which it operates. Krug is known for our innovation in solving challenges others can't.

We are committed to being a leader in our industry by providing products and services that meet or exceed the expectations of our customers.

We are looking for a Scheduling Assistant to join our dynamic Team at our Seating Division in Kitchener. If you are motivated, enjoy challenges and thrive in a fast-paced environment we would love to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Perform a range of clerical functions to directly assist the Scheduler and Materials Coordinator.
- Check planning codes and open work orders if required for first half production
- Clearing orders and releasing orders to second half production
- Open and verify accuracy of work orders and related paperwork, on a timely basis to support the schedule
- The planning, execution and receipt of Work Orders (under direction) into inventory, on-time and to KRUG standards.
- Master Schedule Planning and Preparation for release of W/O's for division.
- Maintaining and prioritizing manufacturing schedules for (1st half), Machine Room and Assembly, (Clearing Report).
- Expediting parts required from internal and external suppliers to ensure timely delivery of parts.
- Expedite and report status of back ordered parts from Bullock and Manitou using back-order reports.
- Resolve backorders and shortages in a timely fashion.
- Communicate both orally and in writing between other supporting manufacturing plants for materials and priority setting.




- Verify open allocations (including shortages) and correcting errors properly.
- Cycle counts on selected inventory or work-orders with first half.
- Assist Scheduler with the release of seating products for cutting orders as needed
- Receive all purchase parts packing slips daily in a timely manner
- Enter Time cards for all hourly staff in timely manner to comply on time data entry per pay period.
- Complete all Bin Transfers on daily basis, check the transactions and check for any issues of incorrect location codes
- Generate daily production reports,
- Enter all scrap & rework forms to generate the periodical reports
- Create work packs for all Work orders issued to production
- Create work packs, id tags & labels for Tack Boards
- Back up for Ahrens Reception and assigned duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience within a scheduling department using MRP system, or equivalent education
- Data entry and computer skills required (PDMain, MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Organization and communication skills.
- APICS Continuing Education Courses an asset

This position is full time in office at our Seating division in Kitchener. Krug is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Should you require accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources Team. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work with a great group of people.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This posting is for an existing position vacancy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,000.00-$42,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Scheduling Assistant (Kitchener)
🏢 Krug
📍 Kitchener