Production Control Scheduler

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules, ensuring alignment with rapidly changing program priorities
• Own and manage the daily work schedule for production technicians, ensuring tasks are clearly assigned and aligned with program goals
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and external vendors, to gather inputs and adjust schedules as needed
• Prioritize and sequence work orders to maximize efficiency and maintain critical-path tasks
• Utilize planning tools such as ticketing systems, Kanban boards, and progress trackers to monitor and communicate production status
• Conduct daily stand-ups or production meetings to review schedules, address bottlenecks, and communicate any changes
• Oversee the flow of materials and components through the production process, ensuring timely availability for machining, assembly, and testing
• Monitor resource availability, including tools, materials, and personnel, to ensure technicians have what they need to execute their work
• Adjust workload distribution to address constraints or emerging high-priority tasks without disrupting overall workflow
• Identify and address bottlenecks or delays in the production process, implementing solutions to maintain efficiency
• Establish and maintain visual management systems to clearly indicate the status of parts and assemblies
• Ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods
• Collaborate with supply chain and inventory teams to forecast material needs and prevent shortages or overstock situations
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and quality
• Implement process improvements and best practices to enhance production performance

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of experience in production control, manufacturing planning, or a similar role
• Proven ability to manage complex workflows in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing or R&D environment
• Strong understanding of production processes and the ability to create and maintain effective schedules
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail
• 5+ years' of demonstrated proficiency with production planning tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or relevant experience in manufacturing or production
• 5+ years' of demonstrated experience within the space industry standards and production practices
• 3+ years' of demonstrated experience in environments with complex machining, assembly, and external vendor coordination
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Kanban systems, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documents