Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Production Scheduler to develop, maintain, and adjust production schedules that ensure on-time delivery to customers while maximizing manufacturing efficiency. The Production Scheduler will coordinate closely with Planning, Purchasing, Production, and Program Management teams to balance demand, capacity, and material availability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
About the job
Location: Milpitas, CA [Onsite]
Employment Type: Full-time, - Exempt
Department: Logistics
Reports To: Planning Manager
Responsibilities:
- Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and proactively identify risks to delivery schedules.
- Adjust schedules in response to material shortages, equipment downtime, or priority changes, while minimizing disruption to operations.
- Communicate schedule status, changes, and constraints clearly to Production, Planning, and Management teams.
- Support New Product Introductions (NPIs) and Quick-Turn orders by integrating them into production without disrupting standard flow.
- Track key scheduling metrics (on-time delivery, line utilization, backlog) and provide regular reporting.
- Lead in daily production and planning meetings, providing updates on schedule adherence and upcoming risks.
- Track Load vs Commit on a weekly basis, advising changes to load as applicable.
- Develop and maintain detailed daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules in alignment with customer demand and production capacity.
Education/Qualification:
- Bachelor degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or equivalent
- Have prior experience working in Warehouse/Logistics/Shipping
- 2+ years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or coordination (manufacturing environment preferred).
- Strong understanding of production workflows, material requirements, and capacity planning.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under pressure.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across departments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with scheduling or visualization tools is a plus.
- Experience in SMT (Surface Mount Technology) manufacturing or electronics assembly (preferred)
- Familiarity with NPI processes and quick-turn manufacturing (preferred)
- APICS certification or coursework in supply chain/planning is an advantage (preferred)
Benefits/Compensation:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401K
- PTO
The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $110,000
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Milpitas, California |
| Industry | Insurance |
| Company Size | 2,500 to 4,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1994 |
| Website | http://ww2.usi.biz/Careers.aspx |
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