Production Scheduler Jobs in Methuen, MA

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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Senior Production Planner, Amazon Robotics

  • North Reading, MA (11 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Reading, MA (11 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Senior Production Planner to optimize production planning, lead strategic initiatives, and partner across the organization to delight our customers....

Material Supply Planning & Production Control Specialist

  • Andover, MA (5 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Andover, MA (5 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Raytheon Execution Operations has an opportunity for a Production Control Scheduling Specialist in the Andover, Ma, Cabinet Integration Center (CIC) work center....

Principle Production Control Specialist

  • Andover, MA (5 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Andover, MA (5 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Experience to include planning, scheduling, production control, supply chain, manufacturing, operations, finance, project management or a related field....

Senior Manager, Production Planning

  • Londonderry, NH (14 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Londonderry, NH (14 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 7 days ago

line....

Production Control Coordinator

  • Wilmington, MA (11 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (11 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 10 days ago

between departments according to the production schedule....

Master Scheduler

  • Bedford, NH (22 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bedford, NH (22 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 19 days ago

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT Responsible for the development of the master production schedule to meet both market needs as well as internal business results....

Supply Planner Biologics

  • Cambridge, MA (24 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (24 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 21 days ago

planning or related fields employing multi-product, multiechelon batch production planning Experience using supply chain/advanced planning systems, ERP systems (SAP, C3ME or others) Experience with...

Production Planner

  • Andover, MA (5 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Andover, MA (5 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 25 days ago

In this role, you will report to the Senior Production Control Manager....

New Product Master Scheduler (OPS NPI- North Reading, MA)

  • North Reading, MA (11 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • North Reading, MA (11 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 25 days ago

schedule Provide customer delivery commitments on products based on lead times, capacity and design readiness Successfully hand off a rampable product to high volume manufacturing Possible minimal...

Production Planner

  • Stratham, NH (24 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stratham, NH (24 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities: Production Planning Develop and manage production schedules that align with company forecasts, capacity constraints, and inventory goals using data-driven...

Master Scheduler TacAir/AEWS

  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashua, NH (14 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

The scheduler aligns production resources, reviews rate and coordinates the monthly and weekly production schedules to ensure to the factory meets the business requirements while optimizing resource...

Master Scheduler, Planner (Jr Level, Level I or Level II)

  • Billerica, MA (13 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Billerica, MA (13 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Master Scheduling/Production Planning in a Manufacturing environment (0-2 for junior position, 2-5 for level I and 3-5 for level II)....

Master Scheduler

  • Manchester, NH (22 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manchester, NH (22 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

forecast achievability Assist production meetings to assess actual vs. plan; update MPS accordingly Supervise/report actual results against Master Production Schedule Prepare/manage master materials...

Depot Planner, Production Control Specialist

  • Andover, MA (5 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Andover, MA (5 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Raytheon has an opening for a Production Control, Sr. Depot Planner at our Andover, MA facility....

Depot Planner, Production Control Specialist

  • Lowell, MA (7 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lowell, MA (7 miles from Methuen, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Raytheon has an opening for a Production Control, Sr. Depot Planner at our Andover, MA facility....

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Salary for Production Scheduler Jobs in Methuen, MA

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Highest Education Level

Production Schedulers in Methuen, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.0%
High School or GED
23.8%
Master's Degree
16.6%
Associate's Degree
11.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Some College
1.7%
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 in Methuen, MA
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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