Master Scheduler

Founded in 1953, Aerosonic has grown to be a leader in aviation instrumentation and avionics equipment – including air data systems, standby displays, digital and mechanical standby instruments, sensors and probes. Our customers include the major manufacturers of today’s civil, military and business fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms as well as all branches of the US military forces. We are located in Clearwater, FL and do not offer hybrid or remote work - all employees must be a U.S. Person.
Why Join Us?

Impact: Exceed customer expectations while fostering a supportive and engaging work environment
Rewards: Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses to match your drive for success
Growth: Access to mentorship, professional development and clear paths to leadership roles
Culture: Join a dynamic team of bold thinkers who value creativity, collaboration and results
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with match, profit sharing plan and more

Summary of Position:

To oversee, maintain, and adjust production planning schedules to meet customer requirements while optimizing available factory capacity and inventory levels.

Duties and Responsibilities:

§ Develop the master schedule necessary to meet external customer delivery requirements and internal customer revenue targets.
§ Reviews Sales inquiries/orders to determine schedules and commit ship dates based on lead-times, capacity and material availability.
§ Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure product is delivered on time to the customer.
§ Oversees the release of in-process component and assembly jobs and identifies obstacles preventing timely releases.
§ Provides completion dates for components and assemblies as required.
§ Reviews forecast changes with Sales and Business Unit Managers, advising the VP of Operations on adjustments, capacity issues, and shortages.
§ Consults directly with MFG Engineers and Production Managers to identify opportunities, problems, and bottlenecks.
§ Confers with Production Managers, Cell Leaders, Buyers/Planners and other support functions to prioritize and expedite parts and to determine progress of work and completion dates.
§ Reviews Engineering Change Notices (ECN) to ensure all components and assemblies are updated per current work instructions.
§ Participates and contributes order status to production review meetings as required.
§ Compiles reports on the progress of shop orders, sales orders and production problems.
§ Provides information and assistance to Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain and Sales on Production Planning processes and procedures.
§ Reviews and updates planning work instructions and policies related to the planning group.
§ Performs other tasks as required but not limited to:
§ Provides training for new Planners.
§ Provides back-up for Planners, able to perform all planning tasks.
§ Provides core business system guidance for Planners.
§ Assists and advises Planners in day-to-day activities.

Qualifications:

§ A four-year degree is required, Business or Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering is preferred.
§ 3-5 years of progressive experience in manufacturing, production planning, master scheduling or shop scheduling in a job shop, make-to-order and/or machining environment.
§ Thorough knowledge of principles, procedures and practices of production planning, master scheduling and manufacturing processes.
§ Must be detail-oriented and have excellent analytical, critical thinking skills.
§ Organizational skills; excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills along with the ability to work with all levels of personnel in a team environment.
§ Must be able to work with ITAR products and related data without restriction.

Skill Set Required:

§ Must be computer literate,