Master Planner - Electronics Manufacturing

Exxelia; Longwood (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Exxelia, a global electronics components manufacturer in Florida, seeks a results-driven Master Planner to coordinate production scheduling across Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Quality teams. You will monitor orders, change requests, equipment performance, and inventory to develop actionable schedules.

Responsibilities include creating and maintaining detailed production schedules, prioritizing workflow, managing Sage X3 data, and reporting progress to management.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of proven experience as a Production Planner, Scheduler, or similar role in manufacturing.
• ERP/MRP systems proficiency, Sage experience is a strong plus, and Excel mastery.
• Excellent communication skills to work across multi-site and international teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop & Maintain Schedules: Create and maintain detailed production schedules based on orders, forecasts, and material/capacity.
• Workflow Coordination: Plan and prioritise operations to maximize performance and minimize delays.
• ERP System Management: Use Sage X3 to track work orders, progress, inventory, backlogs, and lead times.
• Monitor & Report: Track production against schedule and report risks or delays to management.
• Problem Solving: Liaise between planning and production to resolve shortages and conflicts.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate's degree or higher

CPIM certification

Tools

Sage X3

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Exxelia, a global manufacturer of electronic components, is seeking a results-driven Master Planner to drive our production scheduling and workflow coordination. This role requires close coordination with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Quality teams to balance customer demands, operational constraints, and resource availability. Key responsibilities include daily monitoring of customer orders, delivery change requests, equipment performance, workforce capabilities, and inventory levels to develop actionable and efficient production schedules.

• Develop & Maintain Schedules: Create and maintain detailed production schedules based on customer orders, sales forecasts, and material/capacity availability.
• Workflow Coordination: Plan and prioritize operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay.
• ERP System Management: Utilize the company's ERP system (Sage X3) to manage work orders, track production progress, and maintain accurate data regarding inventory, backlogs, and lead times.
• Monitor & Report: Continuously monitor production progress against the schedule, identify potential risks or delays, and provide timely updates and reports to management and relevant departments.
• Problem Solving: Act as a key liaison between planning and production to address and resolve any production issues, material shortages, or scheduling conflicts.
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with the production team to identify opportunities for improving efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing workflow.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience as a Production Planner, Scheduler, or a similar role in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the electronics or aerospace/defense industry.
• High proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (Sage experience is a strong plus) and the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, along with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in a multi-site and international environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, including expediting materials to support production needs.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• CPIM certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with FAR, DFAR, DPAS, and ITAR compliance preferred.

Exxelia is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.