Lead Scheduler
Listed on 2026-08-03
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Manufacturing / Production
Operations Management
At Jered LLC, a PAR Systems Company and leader in engineered solutions for naval and maritime systems, our Scheduling team is the driving force behind successful project execution. We are looking for an experienced Lead Scheduler who brings technical expertise, leadership, and a continuous improvement mindset to ensure our programs stay aligned, on schedule, and positioned for success.
In this role, you'll provide technical leadership for Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), strengthen scheduling processes, and collaborate across Manufacturing, Program Management, Procurement, and Engineering to support mission-critical naval and maritime programs. Your ability to maintain schedule integrity, identify risks, and improve planning processes directly contributes to delivering complex engineered solutions for the U.S. Navy and global maritime partners. At Jered, your work doesn't just build schedules—it drives operational excellence across the organization.
SuccessCriteria
As a Lead Scheduler, you'll spend most of your time maintaining schedule quality, supporting manufacturing capacity planning, conducting schedule audits, and mentoring fellow schedulers on best practices. The most successful team members combine strong analytical thinking with technical scheduling expertise and exceptional cross-functional communication skills.
You’ll work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where balancing production priorities, customer commitments, and resource availability is essential. Success in this role means maintaining high-quality Integrated Master Schedules, identifying project risks before they become issues, improving scheduling processes, and strengthening communication between Program Management, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. You'll also play a key role in standardizing scheduling practices, developing team capabilities, and driving continuous process improvement throughout the department.
Qualifications- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of scheduling, production planning, project controls, or manufacturing planning experience
- Experience developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
- Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and production scheduling
- Experience utilizing ERP and scheduling software
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining schedule accuracy
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Program Management, Procurement, and Engineering
- US Person
- Experience supporting government or defense manufacturing programs
- Knowledge of DCMA 14-Point Schedule Assessment methodology
- Experience performing schedule audits and driving corrective actions
- Familiarity with capacity planning and manufacturing resource management
- Experience creating standardized scheduling processes and work instructions
- Leadership or mentoring experience within a scheduling or planning function
- Knowledge of Jobscope ERP or similar ERP systems
- Global team recognized for their passion for inventing
- First-of-a-kind product culture and exposure to innovative naval and maritime programs
- Opportunities to lead scheduling initiatives that directly impact complex defense manufacturing projects
- Training and development from industry-leading experts
- Cutting-edge benefit programs that include:
- 401(k) with company matching
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Parental Leave for both parents
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Global team recognized for their passion of inventing
- First-of-a-kind product culture and project exposure
- Training and development from industry-leading experts
- Cutting edge benefit programs that include: 401(k) &…
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