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True North Consultants, Inc.; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

True North Consultants, Inc. seeks a Master Scheduler for an Electronics Manufacturing Services provider in the Windber, PA area. This on-site, full-time role owns the Master Production Schedule, balancing customer demand with material availability and factory capacity to ensure on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 4–6+ years in manufacturing scheduling (EMS/PCBA a plus), and strong ERP/MRP and Excel skills. A related degree and APICS certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 4–6+ years of production scheduling or master scheduling in a manufacturing environment (EMS/PCBA preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for high‑mix electronics assemblies.
• Analyze labor, equipment, and tooling constraints to identify bottlenecks and balance production.
• Coordinate with Procurement and Supply Chain to align component availability with the schedule.
• Lead planning meetings with Program Management, Production Leads, and Warehouse to review adherence and priorities.
• Maintain data integrity in the ERP system including lead times, BOMs, and routing timelines.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Excel (Pivot/VLOOKUP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Business Admin / Industrial Engineering

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.