Production Scheduler

Aston Carter • Placentia, CA

3d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Production Scheduler for a medical device manufacturing environment. The role plans, coordinates, and monitors production schedules using Epicor to support production efficiency, on-time delivery, and compliance with regulatory standards. The scheduler works closely with Production, Product Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and Planning teams, and reports directly to the CEO/President.

This is a fully onsite, Monday-through-Friday position in Placentia, California, with work hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The current production scheduler is on medical leave, so the successful candidate will step in temporarily and may transition to a permanent position. It is a fast-paced environment requiring problem-solving, critical thinking, and frequent communication across departments. The role is contract-to-hire.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of production scheduling or planning experience.
• Proficiency in Epicor Kinetic or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of GMP, FDA, and ISO requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize detailed production schedules in Epicor, balancing customer demand, inventory, material availability, and production capacity.
• Translate demand forecasts and customer orders into actionable production plans aligned with operational goals.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address delays, shortages, bottlenecks, or capacity constraints.
• Coordinate with Production, Product Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and Planning teams to ensure timely availability of materials, labor, and equipment.
• Analyze production data, capacity utilization, and workflows to identify inefficiencies or conflicts and recommend corrective actions.
• Document and maintain accurate production schedules, revisions, and status updates in the ERP system.
• Optimize the use of labor, machinery, and materials to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and support cost control.
• Communicate production schedules, changes, and priorities across departments.
• Monitor inventory and collaborate with Supply Chain to maintain appropriate stock while minimizing excess or shortages.
• Identify and escalate production risks, constraints, or disruptions and support contingency planning.
• Ensure scheduling and planning activities comply with FDA, ISO, and GMP requirements.
• Support production reporting, KPI tracking, forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, if eligible.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage, if eligible.
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions, if eligible.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents, if eligible.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
• Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
• Transportation benefits, if eligible.
• Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
• Time off and leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed