Production Scheduler (Manufacturing)

WhoWeAre

AVANTech, LLC is a rapidly growing technology company which designs, fabricates, and operates specialty water treatment equipment for government and commercial clients. We solve some of the most challenging problems in the water industry – from being first responders to the Fukushima Nuclear Plant meltdown to implementing patented first-of-its-kind technology for industrial wastewater recycling to cleaning-up legacy wastewater at government sites resulting from weapons manufacturing during the cold war era. AVANTech’s goal is to improve the environment around us and support our clients with innovative sustainable water treatment solutions.

Benefits of working with AVANTech

Generous paid time off and holidays.

Great opportunity for advancement with a growing company.

Varied insurance offerings with employer matching.

401(k) savings plan with employer match.

Flexible work schedule, 1/2 day Friday or 5 days/8hours; hybrid options available

Position Summary

We are seeking a scheduler with experience in both traditional projects as well as custom manufacturing. The ideal candidate will play a key role supporting project managers in developing and optimizing project schedules, supporting fabrication and manufacturing in developing a resource loaded production schedule and integrating both in a master schedule.

Job Responsibilities/Duties

• Develops and manages an integrated master schedule for all operations and project managers
• Collaborate with managers, department heads, and stakeholders to understand requirements, objectives, and milestones
• Identifies and assesses risks, issues, and conflicts that may impact the schedule, and develop mitigation plans
• Regularly updates and maintains the master schedule by incorporating changes, updates, and adjustments as necessary
• Participates in and conducts regular meetings and discussions with multiple teams to review and analyze production and kitting status, identify bottlenecks, and recommend solutions
• Continuously improves scheduling processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Collaborate with procurement and resource management teams to ensure alignment between the production schedule and resource allocation

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience scheduling with demonstrated success in implementing scheduling tools
• Preferred Associate's/Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, engineering, or related field. Industry certifications (e.g. PMP, EVP, AACE PSP) also preferred
• Proven experience developing a master schedule in a similar role preferably in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Projects
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities and requirements
• Ability to work with others in a cooperative team environment
• Strong problem-solving capabilities
• Positive attitude and excellent work ethic
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

All candidates must be able to pass a drug test, pre-employment physical, and background investigation.

Job Type & Compensation

On site, full-time, salaried, exempt

Compensation based on experience

AVANTech LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.