Master Scheduler

Description

Spartronics- Master Scheduler – Electronics Manufacturing Brooksville, FL | $80k-110k | On-Site Spartronics is a U.S.-based manufacturing partner specializing in complex electronics and electromechanical assemblies for the aerospace & defense, medical device, industrial, and semiconductor markets. We provide end-to-end support from engineering and new product introduction (NPI) to supply chain management and high-reliability manufacturing. Our teams focus on high-mix, low-volume programs where quality, technical expertise, and strong customer partnerships are essential.

Master Scheduler - Reports to Manufacturing Manager Hours/Days of Position: Monday through Friday Supervisory Duties- Up to 4 Direct Reports

Job Summary The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and coordinating enterprise-level production schedules supporting manufacturing operations, customer delivery requirements, inventory objectives, and operational capacity planning within an electronics manufacturing environment. This role oversees master scheduling activities across multiple production lines, customer programs, and operational functions to ensure alignment between customer demand, material availability, manufacturing capacity, and operational priorities. The Master Scheduler works closely with planning, procurement, manufacturing, warehouse, program management, engineering, and leadership teams to support operational continuity, schedule attainment, inventory optimization, and customer delivery performance through advanced planning capability and cross-functional coordination.

Key Metrics and Focus Areas

• Production schedule attainment and manufacturing continuity performance.
• Inventory optimization, material availability, and operational planning effectiveness.
• Responsiveness to operational disruptions, material shortages, production constraints, and customer delivery concerns.
• Accuracy and effectiveness of scheduling records, forecasting models, operational reports, and ERP transactions.
• Cross-functional collaboration supporting manufacturing operations and customer delivery objectives.
• Continuous improvement of scheduling methodologies, operational responsiveness, and manufacturing planning performance.
• Effectiveness of operational recovery activities, production prioritization, and manufacturing coordination initiatives.
• Support of manufacturing readiness, operational scalability, and long-term production planning objectives.
• Compliance with organizational procedures, inventory controls, customer requirements, and operational standards.
• Technical leadership and operational support effectiveness within planning and scheduling functions.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master production schedules supporting manufacturing operations, customer demand requirements, inventory objectives, and operational capacity planning activities.
• Coordinate priorities and workload assignments for planning personnel to ensure timely completion of operational requirements.
• Coordinate scheduling activities across manufacturing, planning, procurement, warehouse, engineering, program management, and operational leadership teams to align production priorities and operational readiness.
• Analyze customer demand, backlog conditions, material availability, production capacity, labor utilization, and operational constraints to support schedule development and manufacturing continuity.
• Monitor schedule attainment, production performance, inventory conditions, material shortages, and operational KPIs to identify scheduling risks and improvement opportunities.
• Lead schedule recovery planning activities related to material shortages, supplier delays, production disruptions, engineering changes, operational escalations, and manufacturing continuity concerns.
• Support ERP and MRP system optimization activities related to scheduling visibility, inventory planning, operational reporting, production forecasting, and manufacturing analytics.
• Coordinate operational planning activities related to new product introduction (NPI), manufacturing startup, operational scaling, production transfers, and customer transition initiatives.
• Maintain accurate scheduling records, production forecasts, operational reports, backlog analysis documentation, and manufacturing planning information.
• Support customer delivery objectives through proactive coordination of production schedules, operational priorities, inventory requirements, and manufacturing support activities.
• Analyze inventory trends, production throughput, forecast accuracy, operational bottlenecks, and manufacturing performance data to support strategic planning and operational decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on schedule attainment, production flow optimization, inventory management, operational efficiency, and manufacturing responsiveness.
• Support cross-functional operational meetings, production reviews, and manufacturing planning discussions related to scheduling performance and operational readiness.
• Lead or support root cause investigations and corrective action activities related to scheduling failures, operational disruptions, inventory concerns, and manufacturing performance issues.
• Provide guidance and support to scheduling, planning, procurement, or operational support personnel as applicable.
• Collaborate with leadership teams regarding operational readiness, manufacturing scalability, inventory strategy, and long-term production planning initiatives.
• Support compliance with organizational procedures, inventory controls, production planning standards, customer requirements, and operational policies.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Manufacturing, Logistics, or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of production scheduling, manufacturing planning, inventory management, supply chain coordination, or operational planning experience.
• Experience supporting electronics manufacturing, PCB assembly, contract manufacturing, or complex industrial production environments.
• Advanced understanding of production scheduling methodologies, inventory management practices, manufacturing workflows, operational planning, and supply chain coordination processes.
• Experience supporting ERP systems, MRP systems, production planning platforms, inventory management systems, or operational analytics environments.
• Strong analytical, organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple complex operational priorities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including advanced Excel functionality and operational reporting tools.
• Ability to analyze production data, inventory trends, operational risks, manufacturing constraints, and customer demand requirements to support strategic scheduling decisions.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional operational, manufacturing, and leadership teams.
• Ability to maintain accurate operational reports, scheduling documentation, forecasting models, and production planning records.
• Demonstrated ability to support operational continuity initiatives, schedule recovery planning, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to follow written instructions.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English to interpret work instructions, operational reports, inventory records, customer requirements, and safety expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting high-mix, low-volume manufacturing or electronics contract manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting enterprise scheduling activities, operational recovery planning, or customer delivery escalation management initiatives.
• Knowledge of inventory optimization, capacity planning, demand forecasting, and manufacturing workflow optimization methodologies.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI), operational expansion, manufacturing transfer, or supply chain scaling initiatives.
• Experience utilizing business intelligence platforms, operational dashboards, or enterprise manufacturing analytics systems.
• Experience mentoring planning or scheduling personnel.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or related supply chain/planning certification.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations or enterprise operational planning environments.

Physical Requirements / Essential Functions

• Ability to remain seated and work at a computer workstation for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 15 pounds.
• Frequent use of computers, phones, ERP systems, reporting platforms, and office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic communication methods.
• Ability to move throughout office, warehouse, and manufacturing areas as needed.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• May occasionally support activities within manufacturing areas requiring compliance with PPE and safety requirements.

Job Location:

Spartronics 30167 Power Line Road Brooksville, FL 34602

Our Commitment:

At Spartronics, we're dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Our culture at Spartronics values accountability, unity, respect, and transparency. These winning values are the lifeblood of our business. We embrace diversity through people who believe in these values. Embracing our employees’ differences enables us to be a stronger team.

Join Our Journey:

If you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, challenge the status quo, and shape the future, then we want to hear from you. Together, we'll continue to win, while we build products lives depend on.

Our Benefits:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Flexible Savings Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose (dental and vision only)
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• Company-paid life insurance and disability at 1 time your annual salary at no cost to you, with options to increase coverage amounts
• 401k with a company match of 50% to every dollar up to 6%
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance optional plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that values promotions and learning from within. Every day is different, challenging, and rewarding.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please apply with your resume outlining your qualifications and why you're excited about joining Spartronics.

Spartronics is an equal opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled 41 CFR 60-1.4. We comply with federal Affirmative Action guidelines in all employment opportunities for qualified employees and applicants. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Spartronics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled 41 CFR 60-1.4