Master Scheduler

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is seeking a Master Scheduler for our on-site Mauston, WI facility. You will coordinate production scheduling, inventory control, and outside services while aligning with budget targets for Sales and On-Time Delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years in manufacturing planning, with strong MS Excel, analytics, and clear communication skills to lead cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in a manufacturing job shop environment
• Experience with integrated MRP/ERP systems
• Experience with data analysis, data analytics, and data modeling
• Ability to coordinate scheduling with production planning and customer service
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Partner with Production Planners and Customer Service to develop plant schedules and delivery
• Develop weekly/monthly sales plans to meet budgetary requirements
• Direct planners who prepare the weekly launch plan for production
• Create capacity models for manpower planning and backlog回ability
• Forecast in conjunction with SIOP team to support future health of business
• Monitor raw material inventory and procurement/delivery performance
• Interface with operations, planning, engineering, quality and sales to resolve production flow issues
• Ensure commit accuracy and collaborate toward on-time delivery
• Foster seamless customer experience with customer service
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities in inventory and outside services
• Coach and develop staff
• Maintain high ethics and values in the workplace

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

APICS certification

SQL

Python

Power BI/Tableau/Domo

Job description

• Locations 1025 Parker Dr., Mauston, WI, 53948, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a Master Scheduler who is responsible for control and movement of materials into and out of production, as well as coordination of the Outside Services aspect of the facility, and directing production scheduling, inventory, and stock control while adhering to the budgetary targets for Sales, DOH, and On-Time Delivery. This position is on-site located in Mauston, WI.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

Job duties and Responsibilities:

• Partners with Production Planners and Customer Service to develop plant schedules and delivery
• Responsible for the development of weekly/monthly sales plans to meet budgetary requirements
• Provides direction and oversight to Planners who prepare the weekly launch plan for production
• Creates capacity models to support manpower planning into the future and recovery timelines of backlog orders
• Creates forecasts in conjunction with SIOP team and processes to support future health of business
• Monitors raw material inventory and procurement/delivery performance
• Responsible for analysis and evaluation of inventory and associated delivery performance problems
• Interface with operations, production planning, engineering, quality and sales departments to resolve production flow problems to maximize throughput to the dock
• Responsible for commit accuracy and collaborates toward on-time delivery
• Creates seamless customer experience through collaboration with customer service
• Works toward reduction of costs within related fields such as inventory, outside services
• Evaluate issues and provide solutions under high-pressure circumstances
• Responsible for ongoing coaching and development of staff
• Maintains high ethics and values in the workplace

Participate in and provide input to assigned process improvement and C.I. teams

Builds, models, and maintains master data related to all planning and scheduling functions for the business

Works in conjunction with other internal teams across sites to support Business Unit strategies

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in manufacturing job shop environment, including production planning and inventory control responsibilities
• Experience with integrated MRP/ERP systems
• Experience with data analysis, data analytics, and data modeling

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position;

Advanced MS Excel, PowerPoint, and is experience with programming (SQL, R, Python)

Experience with analytics tools like PBI, Tableau, Domo, etc.

APICs certification

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Ability to effectively interface with all levels of staff

Experience in the Aerospace forging manufacturing

Experience with Aerospace High-temperature materials

Familiarity with ISO standards, 5S and Lean experience.

Benefits/Salary:

• The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.
• The annual salary range for this position is $115,000 - $130,000.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.