Production Scheduler

The Production Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining detailed shop floor schedules that translate the production plan into sequenced and time-phased tasks for manufacturing operations. This role works closely with production, planning, materials, and logistics teams to ensure the efficient flow of work orders, minimize downtime, and support on-time delivery of Excellerate.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Planning and Control Manager, the Production Scheduler focuses on short-term scheduling execution, resource balancing, and real-time adjustments to maintain operational alignment with production goals.

The ideal candidate is solutions-oriented, detail-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift frequently and precision matters.

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred.

Experience: 2–4 years of experience in production scheduling, shop floor coordination, or manufacturing support. Experience in OEM, discrete manufacturing, or configure-to-order environments preferred.

Travel: 0-10%

Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Works a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role.

• Create and maintain detailed production schedules that sequence work orders across production lines, work centers, and shifts.
• Ensure schedules align with material availability, labor resources, and capacity constraints.
• Adjust and reschedule tasks in response to real-time issues such as equipment downtime, material shortages, or order changes.

• Collaborate daily with production, planning, materials, and logistics teams to review schedule adherence and resolve issues.
• Communicate schedule changes clearly to relevant stakeholders and ensure alignment with delivery timelines.
• Support shift supervisors and team leads by providing clear visibility to schedule priorities and constraints.

• Release work orders and ensure proper sequence for build efficiency.
• Prioritize urgent or at-risk orders based on customer commitments and operational factors.
• Maintain schedule compliance with Master Production Schedule (MPS) and order deadlines.

• Maintain scheduling data within the ERP or APS system, including operation times, lead times, and order statuses.
• Track key performance indicators such as schedule adherence, throughput, and on-time delivery.
• Generate reports and visual tools to communicate scheduling performance and trends.

• Identify and recommend improvements in scheduling logic, constraints, and processes to enhance efficiency.
• Support cross-functional initiatives focused on lead time reduction, flow improvement, and responsiveness.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

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