Production Scheduler

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.Click here to learn more. Job Description EBAD seeks a proven leader for the position of Production Scheduler. This position is located in Moorpark, CA and will report to the Value Stream Manager. Responsibilities: The Production Scheduler is responsible to comprehensively plan and manage the execution of daily manufacturing activities required to support the production programs within specified production cells. This position works with the Shop Floor Supervisor and Production Planner to execute the logistics, coordination and completion of all tasks associated with product manufacturing. Responsibilities: Leading all work scheduling actions ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is available to drive material and capacity requirements including planning adjustments resulting from unplanned demand, forecast shortfalls, production and inventory changes, and changes in customer demand. Reviewing new sales order requests and determining feasible delivery dates. Developing the production schedules and maintaining the production visual board for assigned production cell(s); illustrating the status of the production activities for current programs. Monthly planning of operator and equipment resource loading / capacity planning utilizing MS project or MS Excel. Creating the plan for the weekly work required to be flowing through the assigned production cell(s). Brief daily gemba walk team on current status, obstacles impeding flow, and assistance that is needed. Presenting production area performance (SQDC and Program Status) to senior management when required. Working with Product Engineers, Production Planner and Buyers to ensure material flow and production activities are aligned. Evaluating production activities for continuous improvement opportunities. Presenting forward-looking capacity in assigned production cell(s) to site leadership at monthly SIOP meeting. Coordinates with Production Manager on manpower planning to ensure alignment with resources needed to execute yearly backlog & proposed production requirements. Actively contribute to team activities and brief site operations leadership at Quarterly Operating Reviews. Requirements: BS Degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, an Engineering Discipline or equivalent. (Equivalent years of experience will be considered) Strong planning and organizational skills, with ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and assignments. Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Good working knowledge of computer applications such as ERP/MRP, proficient in MS Office Suite: Project, Excel, Word, and Power Point. Ability to motivate people, particularly a production workforce environment LEAN Manufacturing concept implementation experience preferred Compensation: Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status. Ensign-Bickford Industries, (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value. Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world. Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense. Click here to learn about our Core Values We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision. 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