Master Production Scheduler; H​/F - Northwest Aerospace Technologies, INC.

Company Overview

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés.

Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement "World's Best Companies 2024" du magazine TIME. Safran Cabin conçoit, certifie, et fabrique les intérieurs de cabines complets, les systèmes et les équipements les plus innovants du secteur pour offrir à ses clients du monde entier une image de marque distinctive et une expérience passagers sûre et confortable.

Responsible for scheduling overall Production Operations supporting commitments and forecast for various product lines, both NPD and mature products from RO to delivery. The position will require interface with both internal and external customers. The Master Scheduler will also be responsible for continuous improvement activities and processes related to production scheduling.

• Develop, maintain, analyze, and coordinate the master production schedule for facility production.
• Responsible for reviewing requirements for production’s master schedule (12 weeks out) and reviewing current forecast for corresponding items.
• Maintain and execute the master production schedule to meet customer expectations and performance goals.
• Responsible for ensuring alignment between customer’s forecast/sales orders and master schedule.
• Coordinate with various departments to facilitate on-time production and deliveries.
• Coordinate any changes to schedule with production staff and/or relevant stakeholders.
• In coordination with S&OP, analyze capacity needs to develop realistic manufacturing schedules and project future capacity constraints.
• Continuously update the project schedule based on changes in the master production schedule, engineering activities, and material updates.
• Gather daily progress information and compile reports concerning status of work and downtime due to failures of machines and equipment to apprise project management personnel of production delays.
• Work with the production staff to expedite operations that may delay projects or alter schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• In coordination with S&OP, ensure factory is level-loaded based on forecasted workload.
• In coordination with S&OP, ensure the maximization of resources for the production facility capacity, materials, and labor.
• Ensure that master schedule reporting is on time and accurate.
• Monitor schedule adherence and weekly shipments as well as production efficiency analyzing standard hours vs. actual hours expended.

• Obtain information from planning regarding shortages in existing backlogs and advise management when on-time order delivery is in jeopardy.
• Evaluate impact of what-if scenarios on manufacturing performance.
• Input data into various systems and create/prepare reports for production planning or customer meetings.
• Drive operational excellence and provide Supply Chain expertise to other functional areas.
• Must be organized and possess time-management skills and be able to adapt to priority changes.
• Regularly provide master schedule updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Work with the Production supervisor on a daily basis to monitor status and scheduling in order to obtain on-time delivery of products.
• Coordinate with production for any changes to schedules.
• Work with Development Planning group in order to support any required actions related to new Engineering Drawings or any Design Changes.
• Mentor and support planners in any inquiry.
• Demonstrate leadership and business acumen in actions, interactions and decisions.
• Attend and actively participate in departmental meetings in a positive manner.
• Work in additional projects assigned by Management.

• Requires fluent communication in English.
• Protracted or irregular hours may be required.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree.
• Experience:
  
  5 years of experience in production planning in an aerospace, automotive or mechanical manufacturing environment with the ability to lead & influence others.
• Computer Skill:
  Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).