Manufacturing Scheduler

Thank you for your interest in Motion Sensors. We are constantly striving toward our goal of delivering high quality, innovative, and cost efficient products and services. We take this responsibility seriously and acknowledge that the people who will take us there are our most valuable resource. Each employee is personally responsible for the quality of his or her work and is empowered to initiate action to insure both quality and continuous improvement in our products and manufacturing processes. If you are up for the challenge, we invite you to consider the opportunities that are available with our company. Motion Sensors offers competitive wages and a generous benefit package.

Motion Sensors is a Drug Free Workplace. Drug Screening will be conducted on all new hires.

Employee Benefits

Motion Sensors strives to provide a superior benefit program that can be enjoyed by all employees. We have key departments that are staffed by multiple employees. Our Main areas of Operation are: Production, Inventory Control, Shipping and Receiving, Machine Shop, Engineering, Electronic Test, Utility, and Administration. Company benefits include paid holidays, paid sick/personal days, paid vacation, 401-K retirement plan with profit sharing, health insurance, short term disability insurance, and direct deposit payroll. We are continually striving to improve and enhance our benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Motion Sensors, Inc. to provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals in its recruitment, hiring and employment practices and to ensure that there will be no discrimination against any person on the grounds of race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, handicap, political affiliation, beliefs, sexual orientation or other protected classes.

How to Apply

Please, no phone calls or in-person submissions. As needed, please direct any questions to [email protected].

Manufacturing Scheduler

1. Position Summary

The Manufacturing Scheduler develops, maintains, and communicates production schedules that support customer, regulatory, QMS, and internal requirements. This role coordinates labor, equipment, materials, work orders, and priorities to support on-time delivery, product conformity, risk-based planning, and continual improvement. The position works cross-functionally with Production, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Customer Service to ensure schedules are feasible, controlled, current, and aligned with AS9100/ISO 9001 expectations.

2. Responsibilities and Authorities

• Create, maintain, and communicate production schedules based on customer demand, contract requirements, inventory, capacity, labor, material readiness, and work-order priorities.
• Monitor schedule performance, production progress, material status, quality holds, equipment issues, and labor constraints; escalate risks or delays to affected stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Inventory, Quality, Engineering, and Production to confirm materials, drawings, tooling, inspection resources, specifications, and process documentation are available before work begins.
• Maintain accurate scheduling records in approved ERP/MRP systems to ensure data integrity, traceability, and controlled documented information.
• Control schedule changes by documenting updates, communicating impacts, and ensuring affected functions receive current planning information.
• Analyze schedule adherence, production output, capacity utilization, material availability, work-order status, and KPIs to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.

3. Work Schedule, Conditions, and Employment Requirements

• Standard schedule: 40-hour work week, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with 30 minutes for lunch.
• Starting pay is dependent on experience; drug testing is required.
• Work may require office and manufacturing-floor activity, extended sitting or standing, computer use, and occasional movement through production areas.

4. Required Qualifications and Competence

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 2–5 years of experience in production scheduling, manufacturing planning, supply chain operations, or a related manufacturing role.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, communicate, and adjust schedules in a controlled manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and working knowledge of work orders, bills of material, routings, inventory status, capacity planning, and production control.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, time-management, written communication, verbal communication, and Excel/data-analysis skills.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with strong attention to detail.
• APICS/ASCM certification such as CPIM or CSCP preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, capacity planning, inventory management, and high-volume or multi-product manufacturing environments.

5. Performance Measures

• Schedule adherence, on-time production performance, and on-time customer delivery support.
• Accuracy and timeliness of ERP/MRP scheduling data.
• Material availability, shortage escalation, capacity utilization, and resource-planning effectiveness.
• Reduced schedule conflicts, production delays, avoidable downtime, and timely communication of recovery plans.
• Support for corrective actions and continual improvement related to scheduling performance.

6. What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package including base salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits: health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off, holidays, and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing business unit within a supportive holding company structure.

7. How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant manufacturing leadership experience and why you are interested in this opportunity to [email protected].

Motion Sensors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.