Master Production Scheduler

Agility Robotics•Salem, OR

2d•$103,000 - $133,000•Onsite

About The Position

Agility Robotics is seeking to hire a Master Production Scheduler to lead the creation of our Master Production Schedule (MPS) in our state-of-the-art robotics manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining the body of work orders that drive production and assembly activities. This role is a highly visible role, and involves partnership with planning staff, production coordinators, manufacturing engineers, purchasing and inventory teams to align production output with business goals. The Master Production Scheduler must be able to facilitate interdepartmental projects, lead coordinate efforts and keep track of materials in a fast paced production environment. The scheduling of manufacturing labor, machinery and materials affect our ability to facilitate best-in-class customer experiences. The Master Production Scheduler needs to consider labor efficiency, material readiness, customer delivery performance, layers in the bill of materials, and cycle times for production cells in order to optimize production activities in an environment that oftentimes can include adversarial metrics. The Master Production Scheduler also is responsible for creating non-standard work orders for the transformation of materials, for rework or repair of assemblies. This effort may involve quality staff, engineering support and other internal staff as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Sciences or other related field
4+ years of experience in production scheduling in a complex, low-volume high-mix manufacturing environment (robotics, EMS or other technology company)
Excellent analytical skills
Strong ability to use ERP/MRP systems
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, order processing times, material planning and manufacturing processes
Strong ability to use analytical tools including Google Sheets and/or MS Excel
Ability to operate with limited supervision, meet deadlines and work under pressure
Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

APICS CPIM, CSCP, IBF CPF or other related certifications

Responsibilities

Develop and Maintain the master Production Schedule (MPS) consisting of work orders created in our ERP system
Optimize the work order schedule based on material availability, labor constraints, machinery availability, and other factors
Track production schedule attainment / adherence and change requests
Identify risks to production and work with staff on mitigation activities
Monitor work order aging and reschedule any missed production output within factory & material capacity constraints
Lead scheduling meetings and provide clear visibility to all staff that rely on production information
Use ERP functionality to track material movements, work order attainment, assembly revisions and material transformations
Enable the configuration of simulations based on guidance to explore comparative production scenarios
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
Equity: Company stock options.
Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Time Off: Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown. Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.