Production Scheduler

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is currently seeking a Production Scheduler at our Jackson, MS facility! This is an onsite role. The Production Scheduler will establish, maintain and ensure proper execution of a valid Repair Station production schedule for all items.

The Production Scheduler will level load daily production schedules through analyzing resource capacity and other constraints to optimize throughput, while minimizing manufacturing cycle time, inventory, and achieving on-time delivery goals. The role requires strong interpersonal skills through effective communication and coordination with multiple functional groups (including Operation, Customer Service, Finance, and Purchasing). The Production Scheduler will also be responsible for tracking the Repairs SIOP file and forecast for upcoming months, as well as Aftermarket Repairs BOS metrics.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $86,000 - $126,000 a year.

Production schedule for all items. The Production Scheduler is responsible for level loading daily production schedules through analyzing resource capacity and other constraints to optimize throughput, while minimizing manufacturing cycle time, inventory, and achieving on-time delivery goals. The Production Scheduler must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills through effective communication and coordination with multiple functional groups (including Operation, Customer Service, Finance, and Purchasing).

The Production Scheduler will also be responsible for tracking the Repairs SIOP file and forecast for upcoming months, as well as Aftermarket Repairs BOS metrics.

• Direct daily work flow (WIP – “work in process”) through analysis of reports and input from cross‑functional teams as well as the critical ratio tool.
• Aligns and sets priorities for resources and shared resources across factory to maximize efficiency and material flow to ensure customer ship schedules on time.
• Works with SCM planners for daily parts/material information to analyze and establish dates to meet and exceed customer delivery requirements via planning or exchange offering.
• Communicate with cross‑functional teams including:
  Customer Service, Engineering, Quality, Operations and Purchasing.
• Own metrics of Repair Station turn time (TAT), throughput, past‑due order reduction, and on‑time delivery and capacity.
• Assist in the development and implementation of procedures and techniques which will improve the scheduling function.
• Actively participate in CI activities and process improvement also creating/adhering to standard work.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in manufacturing environment or supply chain.
• This position requires access to export‑controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
• No relocation is offered for this position. All candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of (Jackson, MS) to be considered.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, supply chain management, engineering or related discipline.
• Thorough knowledge of Aerospace industry, complex machined materials management, and lean manufacturing.
• Experience with MRP/ERP, and MFG Pro a plus.

• Excellent communication skills at all levels of the organization (customers, marketing, engineering, quality, and manufacturing) is key.
• Desire to work in a collaborative environment with strong ability to take action and get results.
• Ability to quickly analyze, identify and implement opportunities and corporate initiatives for improvement that have measurable impact each year.
• Change management skills a plus. Strong influencing, negotiation, coaching and consulting skills.

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