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Horan Hiring Solutions, LLC; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 Work Schedule

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Horan Hiring Solutions, LLC is seeking a Master Scheduler for an EMS electronics manufacturer in the Windber, PA area. The role owns the Master Production Schedule, balancing customer demand with capacity to maximize on‑time delivery.

You will collaborate with Procurement, Production, and QC to convert forecasts into executable plans and ensure ERP/MRP data integrity. A strong Excel and ERP background plus CPIM/CSCP is preferred. This is a full‑time, exempt position with a 9/80 schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• 4–6+ years in production scheduling or master scheduling in a manufacturing environment (EMS/PCBA preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize the Master Production Schedule for high‑mix electronic assemblies.
• Analyze capacity against demand to identify bottlenecks and balance workflow.
• Coordinate with Procurement and Supply Chain to align materials with the schedule.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)

data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

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.