Strategic Production Scheduler

Aston Carter; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance (voluntary)

Job summary

Aston Carter in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Master Scheduler to create and maintain both short-term and long-term production schedules, translating demand plans into workable schedules and coordinating with purchasing, materials, and production teams to ensure timely availability of resources.

The Master Scheduler will monitor progress, flag delays, and communicate schedule changes to stakeholders, while optimizing labor, equipment, and inventory to meet customer commitments in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Proficiency in production planning, scheduling, and manufacturing operations.
• Experience with ERP and production scheduling software.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain production schedules based on orders, forecasts, inventory, and delivery requirements.
• Translate demand plans into practical production schedules.
• Coordinate with purchasing and materials teams for availability of supplies.
• Align schedules with labor availability and equipment capacity.
• Monitor progress and identify delays or schedule conflicts.
• Communicate changes and risks to relevant departments.
• Track work orders and status in company systems.
• Reschedule as needed to meet customer commitments and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate scheduling data and records.
• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling processes.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

ERP systems

Excel

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in supply chain/operations

Tools

ERP software

Scheduling software

Job description

Aston Carter in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Master Scheduler to create and maintain both short-term and long-term production schedules, translating demand plans into workable schedules and coordinating with purchasing, materials, and production teams to ensure timely availability of resources.

The Master Scheduler will monitor progress, flag delays, and communicate schedule changes to stakeholders, while optimizing labor, equipment, and inventory to meet customer commitments in a fast-paced