Production Scheduler

The Scheduler executes production schedules and maintains system accuracy to support on-time delivery and efficient manufacturing operations. This role supports the Material Manager and Master Scheduler by coordinating production activities, monitoring material availability, and maintaining accurate production records within the ERP system. The scheduler works cross-functionally with production, purchasing, and other departments to resolve scheduling challenges and support efficient manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Scheduling

• Create, update, and maintain job routers within the ERP system.
• Execute and maintain production schedules in alignment with the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and defined priorities.
• Schedule the Materials Technology Center in ERP system.
• Review shortage reports, production dashboards, and system alerts to identify scheduling conflicts and delays.
• Escalate capacity conflicts, material constraints, or priority conflicts to the Master Scheduler or Materials Manager for resolution.
• Process orders through Contract Review
• Expedite, reschedule, or cancel job routers as required to meet customer demand or operational priorities.
• Process job splits, remakes, and adjustments as necessary to support production.
• Review time-phase planning reports and adjust schedules accordingly.
• Prints and assemble job routers.

Inventory Coordination

• Receive and issue material to job routers within ERP system as necessary.
• Collaborate with Materials and Purchasing team to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components for scheduled production.
• Monitor and maintain Blank inventory levels of Kanban, ring blanks and blocks materials to prevent shortages.

Job Router Completion (Daily)

• Review completed job routers to confirm all required production steps and documentation are finalized.
• Identify discrepancies or errors and coordinate with accounting or relevant departments to resolve them.
• Close job router in ERP system once completion requirements have been met.

Electronic Scanning and Filing

• Maintain organized digital records of job routers.
• Scan job router package into designated electronic systems.
• Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and accessible for operational or audit purposes

Perform additional duties as required to support operational and strategic objectives.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Education:
• High school diploma required

• Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in production planning/scheduling, preferably in high mix-low volume manufacturing environments.
• Other requirements:
  • This position may require access to ITAR-controlled technical data and services. As such, all applicants must be U.S. persons, as defined by ITAR, to be considered for this role. A U.S. person is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or individual with protected status under U.S. immigration laws. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for the position

Key Skills & Competencies

• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of production planning principles, scheduling techniques, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Understanding of ERP system and Microsoft Office products, strong computer skills.