Master Scheduler - Hot

6 Degrees Search; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 Schedule

Health Insurance

401(k)

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Master Scheduler for an Electronics Manufacturing Services operation in the Windber, PA area. The role connects customer demand with factory capacity to maximize on-time delivery while balancing material availability and production capability.

The ideal candidate has 4–6+ years in production scheduling within manufacturing, strong ERP/MRP skills, and Excel expertise; APICS certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Admin, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 4–6+ years of production scheduling or master scheduling in manufacturing (EMS/PCBA preferred).
• Advanced MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• APICS CPIM/CSCP is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and optimize the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for high-mix electronics assemblies.
• Analyze capacity constraints and balance production with demand to avoid bottlenecks.
• Coordinate with Procurement and Supply Chain to ensure component availability.
• Lead planning meetings with PM, Production Leads, and Warehouse; adjust priorities as needed.
• Maintain data integrity in the ERP system with accurate BOMs and lead times.

Skills

ERP/MRP proficiency

Excel

APICS CPIM/CSCP (plus)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Master Scheduler with EMS contract Electronic Manufacturing Services and SMT PCBA experience.

AI Generated Job Description typical of an EMS operation.

Master Scheduler – Electronics Manufacturing (EMS)

Position Title: Master Scheduler
Location: Windber, PA Area (On-Site)
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Company Overview

Our client is an elite, globally positioned Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider. Specializing in high-complexity, high-reliability products, they deliver top-tier printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and full box-build solutions to demanding industries such as medical, defense, aerospace, and green energy. They combine automated technology with a highly structured, team-oriented production environment.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Master Scheduler to own the site’s Master Production Schedule (MPS). In this role, you will be the bridge between customer demand and factory capacity. You will balance customer delivery requirements with material availability and production capabilities, ensuring the factory floor operates at peak efficiency while maintaining high on-time delivery rates.

Core Responsibilities

• Schedule Development: Create, maintain, and optimize the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for high-mix electronic assemblies, converting customer forecasts and orders into an executable manufacturing plan.
• Capacity Planning: Analyze labor, machinery, and tooling constraints against demand requirements to identify production bottlenecks and recommend balancing solutions.
• Material Alignment: Partner closely with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to ensure component availability aligns with the production schedule, minimizing inventory holding costs and shortages.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Lead regular planning meetings with Program Management, Production Leads, and Warehouse operations to review schedule adherence, address disruptions, and adjust priorities.
• Data Integrity: Utilize and manage data within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, ensuring accurate lead times, bills of materials (BOM) routing timelines, and system parameters.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Minimum of 4–6+ years of production scheduling, planning, or master scheduling experience within a manufacturing environment (EMS or PCBA background is highly preferred).
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in modern ERP/MRP systems and expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Certifications: APICS Certification (CPIM or CSCP) is a strong plus.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive base salary based on depth of manufacturing planning experience.
• 9/80 Work Schedule (Enjoy alternating Fridays off).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a strong company matching program.
• Excellent Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holiday packages.