Master Scheduler

Spartronics Williamsport, Inc. • Williamsport, PA

28d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Master Scheduler to own and drive our integrated production schedule. In this pivotal role, you will be the central hub for all planning activities, transforming customer demand and material availability into a feasible, optimized manufacturing plan. Your expertise will be critical in balancing capacity, on-time delivery, and inventory levels to ensure our production floor operates with maximum efficiency and our customers receive their high-quality electronic assemblies as promised. You will be working “clear to build plans” with the planning team and “Push/Pull/Cancel” suggestions with Purchasing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in a Master Scheduler, Production Planner, or Senior Planning role, specifically within a high-mix, low-to-medium volume electronics manufacturing environment/circuit card assemblies.
• Demonstrated, hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Macola) in a manufacturing context.
• Proven expertise in capacity planning, material requirements planning (MRP), and lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex data analysis.

Nice To Haves

• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is highly desirable.
• Direct experience with the unique challenges of Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) manufacturing, including an understanding of SMT processes, test cycles, and component management.
• Experience in a contract manufacturing (CM) or job shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and communicate the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for all manufacturing lines, ensuring alignment with customer commitments and sales forecasts.
• Convert customer demand (orders and forecasts) into a detailed, time-phased build plan for Circuit Card Assembly.
• Perform rough-cut capacity planning to identify potential bottlenecks in key resources, including SMT lines, through-hole, test, and conformal coat.
• Release and manage daily/weekly work orders to the production floor, prioritizing jobs based on due dates, material availability, and capacity constraints.
• Collaborate closely with the Procurement and Materials teams to ensure the schedule aligns with material requirements and lead times.
• Monitor and track material availability (components, PCB substrates, etc.) to proactively identify and resolve potential shortages that could impact the production schedule.
• Understand and account for the implications of long-lead-time and allocated components in the planning process.
• Lead the weekly Production & Scheduling Meeting, facilitating cross-functional dialogue between Sales, Program Management, Production, and Procurement.
• Monitor schedule adherence and production output, analyzing variances and implementing corrective actions.
• Utilize Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as On-Time Delivery, Schedule Attainment, and Manufacturing Cycle Time to measure performance and drive improvements.
• Identify and lead initiatives to optimize scheduling processes, reduce lead times, and improve inventory turns.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for schedule-related inquiries from internal stakeholders.
• Proactively communicate schedule risks, changes, and potential delays to management and customer-facing teams.
• Evaluate the impact of engineering changes, expedites, and unplanned events, and rapidly re-plan to minimize disruption.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• The opportunity to play a critical role in a company that is essential to the technology infrastructure of our clients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees