Master Production Scheduler — Drive On-Time Delivery

Plasma Processes LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Plasma Processes LLC is seeking a Production Scheduler to plan, coordinate, and optimize manufacturing activities ensuring on-time customer deliveries while maximizing efficiency.

You will collaborate with production, purchasing, inventory, engineering, and customer service to monitor progress, resolve scheduling issues, and expedite materials and work orders as needed. Strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• 25 years of experience in production scheduling, manufacturing planning, or expediting.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• APICS/ASCM certification is a plus.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on customer demand, capacity, and inventory levels.
• Release and prioritize work orders to the production floor.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address changes in demand, material shortages, equipment downtime, or labor availability.
• Expedite materials, components, and work orders to eliminate production delays.
• Coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and purchased components.
• Collaborate with warehouse and inventory personnel to maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Track production performance and communicate schedule changes to internal departments.
• Ensure customer delivery dates are met while balancing production efficiency.
• Identify production bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
• Maintain accurate scheduling data within the ERP/MRP system.
• Prepare production reports, scheduling metrics, and performance dashboards.
• Participate in production meetings and provide scheduling updates.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing lead times and improving ontime delivery.

Skills

Production scheduling

ERP/MRP proficiency

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations/related field

APICS/ASCM certification (preferred)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Plasma Processes LLC is seeking a Production Scheduler to plan, coordinate, and optimize manufacturing activities ensuring on-time customer deliveries while maximizing efficiency.

You will collaborate with production, purchasing, inventory, engineering, and customer service to monitor progress, resolve scheduling issues, and expedite materials and work orders as needed. Strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills are essential.