Master Production Scheduler

Acutecprecision; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acutec Precision Aerospace is seeking a Master Production Scheduler. The role involves scheduling production jobs and managing resource flow effectively to align with customer demand. Candidates should have a degree in Industrial Engineering or related fields, strong analytical skills, and experience in manufacturing environments. Join our dynamic team and contribute to maintaining the highest quality standards in aerospace production.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of quality systems is preferred.
• Experience in inventory management and master production scheduling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor flow of low mix/high volume production jobs.
• Analyze and communicate fluctuations of master production schedule.
• Schedule and manage expedite requests in coordination with the sales team.

Skills

Data analytics

Communication

Analytical aptitude

Education

Bachelors’ Degree in Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

SQL

Job description

Description

Acutec Precision Aerospace is a dynamic aerospace manufacturing company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for our customers. Our team is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, security, and efficiency in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. We have an opening for a Master Production Scheduler in our Industrial Engineering Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for Job Scheduling and Resource Flow Management which will include loading, updating, and optimizing production schedules for the 1-24 month horizon in accordance with customer demand and capacity by collaborating with Sales team, Operations and Purchasing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Job Scheduling and Resource Flow Management:
• Monitor flow of low mix / high volume production jobs. Includes controlling the flow through bottleneck resources and ensuring minimal disruptions throughout the rest of the supply chain.
• Analyze and communicate fluctuations of master production schedule throughout the supply chain.
• Schedule and manage expedite requests in coordination with the sales team.
• Develop production plans that align with production capabilities.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of production order rescheduling and exceptions.
• Execute production schedules to maximize product flow across 300 CNC machines in 4 facilities and resolve problems both in-person and remotely

Key Roles

• Ensuring optimal work in process inventory that maximizes cash flow while maintaining buffers that protect against variability in the supply chain.
• Manage expedite requests and work with the sales team when customers have competing needs for resources.
• Coordinate with sales, production, supply chain, and finance teams to assist in setting monthly revenue goals as well as meeting budgetary limits.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience Requirements:
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment and understanding of quality systems is preferred.
• A Bachelors’ Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent experience, is recommended.
• Experience in inventory management and master production scheduling preferred.
• Microsoft Office literacy, strong computer skills, and a strong analytical aptitude is required.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
• The employee must possess the ability to communicate effectively with all internal personnel and external customers in both written and oral form.
• Experience in data analytics using SQL is a plus.
• Experience with teachings in Theory of Constraints or Demand Driven MRP is a plus.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• May be required to supervise and / or help develop interns.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud when on the production floor. Travel is required when necessary.

Safety and Policy Practices
The employee in this job must be knowledgeable in regard to the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the company safety manual. The employee must adhere to all said policies and procedures while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognize the Company’s need to achieve its business objective. Employee is responsible for complying with Company hazardous waste disposal procedures.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.