Production Scheduler Jobs

A Production Scheduler in the manufacturing industry plays a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and efficient production flow. They are responsible for developing and maintaining detailed production schedules, coordinating with various departments to ensure that all parts, supplies, and equipment are available when needed, and monitoring the production process to ensure it stays on schedule. They also adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes in demand or production capacity, and communicate any changes or delays to relevant parties. These professionals play a critical role in optimizing production operations, minimizing costs, and ensuring timely delivery of products.

Production Schedulers should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities. They should be proficient in using scheduling software and have a solid understanding of production processes and supply chain management. In terms of certification, a Production Scheduler may benefit from certification programs such as the CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) from APICS. Prior to becoming a Production Scheduler, an individual may have roles such as Production Assistant, Production Planner, or Supply Chain Analyst which provide a solid foundation in understanding the production process and developing effective scheduling strategies.

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Master Scheduler

  • Ajulia Executive Search
  • Riverside, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 7 days ago

Summary: We are seeking an experienced Master Scheduler to manage and optimize production schedules within a high-precision manufacturing environment....

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Nestlé Purina

Production Planning and Scheduling Coordinator

As a key member of our production planning team, you'll ensure the smooth flow of materials and accurate execution of production schedules....

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Nestlé Purina

Coordinator Manufacturing Production

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of...

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Production Control Clerk

  • Amentum
  • Savannah, GA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Savannah, GA
  • 4 hours ago

The Production Control Clerk compiles and records production data for industrial establishments to compare records and reports on volume of production, consumption of material, quality control, and...

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Production Planner

  • Panasonic
  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lake Forest, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Overview Production Planner Who We Are: Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as...

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Distribution Center Production Planning Manager - City of Industry / LA

  • HD Supply
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree in business administration or a related field. 5+ years of experience in production planning and warehouse management....

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Production Control Coordinator

  • Price Industries
  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA
  • 5 hours ago

Control Coordinator for our Lawrenceville, GA, plant at Progress Center....

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Production Planner

  • Wieland
  • Verona, VA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Verona, VA
  • 5 hours ago

Distribute production schedules or work orders to departments....

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Production Control Specialist

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Control Coordinators Support consistent execution of standard work and identify process improvement opportunities Production Control Specialist What You Bring 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing...

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Production Planner Staff - Level 4

  • Lockheed Martin
  • Littleton, CO
  • 6 hours ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 6 hours ago

Come, join our Manufacturing Resource Planning team in the dynamic world of Space. Here, we are driven by innovation and integrity....

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Master Scheduler

  • GKN Aerospace
  • Wellington, KS
  • 6 hours ago
  • Wellington, KS
  • 6 hours ago

Liaise with Programs to support and coordinate all production schedules related new program launch/prototyping activities....

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Master Scheduler

  • Machina Labs
  • Chatsworth, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chatsworth, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Familiarity with material planning, production control, inventory coordination, and logistics. Experience using NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, JobBOSS, Epicor, or similar MRP/ERP systems....

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Supervisor, Production Planning

  • Apogee
  • Wausau, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 12 hours ago

Material Management: Collaborate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure material availability aligns with production schedules....

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Production Planner (Manufacturing)

  • MARK L BISHOP-CONTRACT DESIGN PERSONNEL
  • Arlington, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Work with purchasing and inventory teams to support material planning activities. Track production progress and adjust schedules as needed to address changes in demand or production issues....

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Master Scheduler Inventory Optimization Senior Con

  • Crowe LLP
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago

at Crowe LLP in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here: At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work...

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Highest Education Level

Production Schedulers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.1%
High School or GED
23.6%
Master's Degree
16.6%
Associate's Degree
11.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Schedulers
2-4 years
31.1%
1-2 years
23.3%
Less than 1 year
16.8%
6-8 years
9.7%
None
9.0%
10+ years
7.3%
8-10 years
1.8%
4-6 years
1.0%



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