Advanced Production Scheduler

Faith Technologies•Riverview, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Advanced Production Scheduler is responsible for helping to develop, plan and execute scalable production scheduling systems to support successful new product and project launches. Working closely with project and site teams in planning, product management, sales, procurement, manufacturing, materials, and engineering, the Advanced Production Scheduler will identify and improve scheduling tools and processes within Excellerate. The Advanced Production Scheduler focuses on new site/product/project launch, successful transition to site teams, and continuous improvements across all Excellerate scheduling areas. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, organized self-starter, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred.
2–4 years of experience in demand planning, materials planning, or supply chain coordination within a manufacturing environment.
OEM or configure-to-order experience preferred.
Advanced knowledge and experience utilizing ERP and/or advanced planning and scheduling systems.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems such as Acumatica, SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
Experience using forecasting and Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) systems.
Strong analytical and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Experience in OEM, make-to-order, or engineer-to-order manufacturing environments.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and adapt to shifting priorities.
Intermediate proficiency in Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and spreadsheet management.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field.
OEM or configure-to-order experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain ERP master production schedules for new product launches.
Create and maintain initial production schedules for new projects and ensure successful transition to the local team.
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.
Lead the discovery, vetting and adoption of new technologies in production scheduling.
Lead the definition and creation of new processes and work instructions that support the production scheduling functions.
Identify and recommend opportunities to streamline production scheduling processes, improve responsiveness, and reduce waste.
Support analysis of schedule adherence, order fulfillment, and inventory performance.
Identify and recommend improvements in scheduling logic, constraints, and processes to enhance efficiency.
Participate in cross-functional initiatives focused on improving production scheduling effectiveness, lead time reduction, flow improvement, and responsiveness.
Responsible for creation and maintenance of a PFEP (Plan for every part) for manufactured components and sub assemblies.
Set up, creation, and maintenance of kanban replenishment for manufactured components.
Collaborates with project management teams to ensure production readiness for the scheduling requirements, focusing on timely resolution of material, process, or capacity constraints.
Communicate plan changes, risks, or delays proactively to internal stakeholders and escalate critical issues to the Senior Manufacturing Scheduling and Control Manager.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.