Strategic Master Scheduler: MPS & Ops Optimizer

armtecdefensetechnologies; Coachella (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Armtec Defense Technologies in Coachella, CA, seeks a Master Scheduler to lead the Master Production Schedule and align demand with capacity across functions. You will drive material availability, balance inventory, and coordinate with sales, procurement, production, logistics, and quality to ensure on‑time, cost‑efficient production.

Reports to Manager Procurement/Logistics. Serving a defense manufacturing facility, this role emphasizes strategic planning, productivity tracking, and continuous

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and communicate a forward‑looking MPS aligned with business plans and customer orders.
• Convert demand forecasts into detailed production schedules considering constraints and lead times.
• Analyze labor, machine, and tooling capacity to identify bottlenecks.
• Plan overtime, additional shifts, or resource adjustments when needed.
• Work with purchasing to ensure material availability.
• Monitor raw material and WIP inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess.
• Lead weekly scheduling meetings with sales, production, procurement, and logistics.
• Communicate delivery dates and manage customer expectations.
• Track schedule adherence, cycle times, and delivery performance.
• Generate analytical reports on production performance.

Job description

Armtec Defense Technologies in Coachella, CA, seeks a Master Scheduler to lead the Master Production Schedule and align demand with capacity across functions. You will drive material availability, balance inventory, and coordinate with sales, procurement, production, logistics, and quality to ensure on‑time, cost‑efficient production.

Reports to Manager Procurement/Logistics. Serving a defense manufacturing facility, this role emphasizes strategic planning, productivity tracking, and continuous