Scheduler/Planner

Mentor Technical Group; Salinas (PR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mentor Technical Group in Puerto Rico is seeking a Scheduling Coordinator to oversee production schedules and ensure compliance with FDA regulations. The role includes collaboration with teams, monitoring project progress, and optimizing processes.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5-10 years of experience in scheduling or production planning, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in scheduling tools and project management software is valuable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–10 years’ experience in scheduling, production planning, or resource coordination.
• Proficiency in English; additional language skills are a plus.
• Experience in process optimization and resource planning in regulated manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and maintain production schedules.
• Collaborate with managers and project teams to ensure timelines are met.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential bottlenecks.
• Generate and maintain accurate records of schedules and assignments.
• Support resource planning and process optimization.

Skills

Scheduling tools

Project management software

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field

Job description

About Mentor Technical Group (MTG)

Mentor Technical Group (MTG) provides a comprehensive portfolio of technical support and solutions for the FDA-regulated industry. As a world leader in life science engineering and technical solutions, MTG has the knowledge and experience to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device safety and efficacy guidelines. With offices in Caguas, Puerto Rico, and Boston, United States, we serve life sciences clients in six global markets: United States, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Germany, Canada, and South America.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and maintain production schedules, personnel assignments, and resource allocation in alignment with operational requirements
• Collaborate with managers and project teams to ensure project timelines are met and resources are utilized efficiently
• Monitor project and task progress, identifying potential bottlenecks, conflicts, or delays, and propose corrective actions
• Generate and maintain accurate records of schedules, changes, and assignments
• Communicate schedule updates and priority changes to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner
• Support resource planning and process optimization to improve operational efficiency
• Prepare reports on scheduling performance, compliance with timelines, and resource utilization
• Assist in planning for production needs in regulated environments, ensuring adherence to quality and compliance requirements

Qualifications, Requirements, Knowledge, Education, Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Minimum of 5–10 years’ experience in scheduling, production planning, or resource coordination, preferably in FDA-regulated or life sciences environments
• Proficiency in English; additional language skills are a plus
• Knowledge of scheduling tools, project management software, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Experience in process optimization and resource planning in regulated manufacturing is a plus

Mentor Technical Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.