Master Production Scheduler at Pursuit Aerospace

South Windsor, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Scheduling, Supply Chain Management, Operations Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, ERP Systems, Microsoft Excel, Inventory Management, SIOP Process, Manufacturing Experience, Detail-Oriented

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

About Us: As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality. The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products. About the Opportunity: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Master Production Scheduler to join our team at Pursuit Aerospace. The Master Production Scheduler owns the creation and maintenance of the enterprise Master Production Schedule (3–24+ months). The role builds a feasible MPS aligned to demonstrated internal capacity and approved demand, ensuring visibility to site-level bottlenecks and load imbalances. The Master Production Scheduler publishes the SIOP approved medium-term MPS for site execution and validates schedule feasibility prior to release. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in lean scheduling principles and proficient in maintaining the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process. This role requires close collaboration with various departments to ensure seamless production operations. Location: Responsibilities: * Build and maintain the enterprise Master Production Schedule aligned to SIOP approved demand and demonstrated capacity * Validate MPS feasibility against site-level constraints (e.g., labor, machining hours, critical resources) and cross-site load balancing considerations * Maintain visibility to medium-term bottlenecks and capacity conflicts, surfacing risks that impact schedule feasibility or stability * Publish the SIOP approved medium-term MPS for site planners to load into ERP systems and execute * Monitor MPS stability and adherence to defined guardrails (e.g., changes within frozen zones), flagging exceptions requiring escalation * Partner with Supply Planning Director and site operations leaders to ensure the MPS reflects realistic execution capabilities and agreed trade-offs * Prepare and present scheduling reports and updates to management and stakeholders. * Help Pursuit’s sites with inventory management and stocking levels. * Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration Industrial Engineering, or a related field is preferred. * At least 3 years of experience in production scheduling, supply chain or operations planning, across multiple sites * Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis. * Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations. Preferred Qualifications: * Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and lean scheduling principles. * Must have proficiency in using scheduling software, ERP systems and Microsoft Excel * Manufacturing or machine shop environment experience * APICS CPIM or CSCP certification. This should go under preferred. * Demonstrated ability to translate demand and capacity inputs into a feasible, stable production schedule * Deep understanding of production constraints, planning horizons, and impacts of schedule volatility * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. * Strong organizational and time management abilities. * Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration. * Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. * Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement. Working Conditions * Must be able to have prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. * Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk. * Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds. * Personal protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses and safety shoes) is required on the shop floor * Occasional weekend and evening work may be required to accommodate priorities, deadlines, and schedules. Acknowledgements: The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. Benefits: Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things. Equal Opportunity Employer: Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Responsibilities

The Master Production Scheduler is responsible for creating and maintaining the enterprise Master Production Schedule aligned with demand and capacity. This role involves validating schedule feasibility and monitoring MPS stability while collaborating with various departments.