Production Expeditor/Scheduler 1

Rubbercraft; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 53,065,000 - 64,472,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubbercraft in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Production Expeditor/Scheduler 1 to lead planning, scheduling, and coordination of new product introductions and production activities. This role works with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, and Quality to meet customer commitments while balancing capacity and inventory.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in production scheduling in manufacturing, preferably aerospace, and thrives in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in production scheduling, planning, materials, manufacturing, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting high-mix, low-volume manufacturing operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for manufacturing cells, work centers, and presses.
• Coordinate scheduling and planning activities for new product introductions from engineering through production.
• Track and manage 100–150 active jobs simultaneously, ensuring customer delivery commitments are achieved.
• Monitor production progress and proactively communicate schedule risks, delays, and recovery plans to leadership.
• Identify production capacity constraints and recommend solutions to improve throughput and delivery performance.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, Project Management, and Supply Chain to ensure materials, tooling, and resources are available to support production schedules.
• Review bills of material, engineering drawings, and customer specifications to determine material requirements and issue production orders.
• Expedite jobs and coordinate priorities to support customer requirements and inventory objectives.
• Participate in customer and internal new product review meetings as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning accuracy, scheduling efficiency, and overall customer satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Production scheduling

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Project

Problem solving

Communication

APICS CPIM/CPSM

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Project

Great Plains

Job description

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Full Time Rubbercraft, Long Beach, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2035

Salary Range: $19.00 To $22.50 Hourly

Rubbercraft is seeking a Production Expeditor/Scheduler 1 to play a critical role in planning, scheduling, and coordinating new product introductions and production activities across the organization. This highly visible position partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, and Quality to ensure customer commitments are met while balancing production capacity, inventory goals, and operational priorities.

The ideal candidate thrives in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment and enjoys solving complex scheduling challenges while driving exceptional customer service and on-time delivery.

About Rubbercraft:Rubbercraft (RCC) is a trusted leader in engineered elastomer solutions serving the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Our team designs and manufactures precision-molded seals, gaskets, and custom rubber components that perform in the most demanding environments. We take pride in craftsmanship, collaboration, and a culture built on innovation and reliability.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for manufacturing cells, work centers, and presses.
• Coordinate scheduling and planning activities for new product introductions from engineering through production.
• Track and manage 100–150 active jobs simultaneously, ensuring customer delivery commitments are achieved.
• Monitor production progress and proactively communicate schedule risks, delays, and recovery plans to leadership.
• Identify production capacity constraints and recommend solutions to improve throughput and delivery performance.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, Project Management, and Supply Chain to ensure materials, tooling, and resources are available to support production schedules.
• Review bills of material, engineering drawings, and customer specifications to determine material requirements and issue production orders.
• Expedite jobs and coordinate priorities to support customer requirements and inventory objectives.
• Participate in customer and internal new product review meetings as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning accuracy, scheduling efficiency, and overall customer satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, materials, manufacturing, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting high-mix, low-volume manufacturing operations preferred.

Skills

• Strong production scheduling and planning experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of MRP/ERP systems and manufacturing planning processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to identify schedule risks and proactively develop solutions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Project and Great Plains is a plus.
• APICS (CPIM) and/or CPSM certification preferred.

Success Measures

• Consistently meet customer delivery commitments and on-time delivery goals.
• Maintain accurate production schedules that maximize manufacturing efficiency.
• Effectively coordinate new product introductions through production.
• Improve schedule adherence while minimizing production disruptions.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships that support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Training

• On-the-job training covering department procedures and work instructions.
• Annual refresher training on FOD, Calibration, Document Control, and Safety.

At Rubbercraft, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

RCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.