Production Planner / Master Scheduler I

Aleron; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid onsite schedule (Wed onsite)

Background check

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Aleron, through Acara Solutions in the United States, seeks a Production Planner / Master Scheduler I to coordinate schedules and material availability for semiconductor production. This contract role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and operational efficiency.

The position involves working with SAP, Quickbase, Power BI, and Microsoft Office, with a hybrid onsite schedule and Wednesday onsite requirement. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing planning, scheduling, or operations.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Experience with Quickbase and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Power BI or data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules across the manufacturing cycle.
• Coordinate material availability, labor loading, and capacity planning to meet production requirements.
• Monitor production orders and adjust plans for changes, shortages, or backlogs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, logistics, engineering, and order management to meet goals.
• Support master scheduling activities and ensure compliance with material and production requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Learning quickly

Tools

SAP

Quickbase

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Production Planner / Master Scheduler I

Location: Tualatin, OR

Employment Type: Contract

Industry: Semiconductor

Compensation: $25.89/hour

About the Opportunity

Are you a strong communicator who enjoys solving problems and working across multiple teams? We're seeking a Production Planner / Master Scheduler I to help coordinate production schedules, manage manufacturing orders, and ensure materials are available to support production goals. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with manufacturing, logistics, engineering, and order management teams to keep operations running efficiently and on schedule.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Collaborative team environment with strong cross-functional partnerships
• Opportunity to develop valuable production planning and scheduling expertise
• Exposure to industry-leading manufacturing processes and systems
• Training and growth opportunities for individuals eager to learn new tools and technologies

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in manufacturing planning and operations. You'll play a key role in supporting production activities, solving real-world business challenges, and helping ensure products are delivered on time.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain production schedules throughout the manufacturing cycle
• Coordinate material availability, labor loading, and capacity planning to support production requirements
• Monitor production orders and adjust plans to address schedule changes, shortages, or backlogs
• Collaborate with manufacturing, logistics, engineering, and order management teams to meet production goals
• Support master scheduling activities and ensure compliance with material and production requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in small- to medium-sized cross-functional teams
• Experience using business software tools and learning new systems quickly

What Sets You Apart

• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or operations environments
• Experience working with SAP
• Experience using Quickbase
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience utilizing Power BI
• Experience supporting manufacturing order management processes
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing production priorities and schedules

Additional Information

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM PST
• Hybrid onsite schedule with Wednesdays required onsite
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check
• Overtime: May be required based on business and production needs
• Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.