Scheduler

Job Title: Scheduler
Job Code: 8525OG
Department: Supply Chain
Exempt or Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Grade: 5

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Scheduler

With general supervision, responsible for coordinating the timely movement and processing of parts on assigned programs or areas in order to meet customer delivery schedules.

Responsibilities

Update the production and inventory control system with information that is timely and accurate.
* Stage and coordinate work in the area to meet schedules and effectively utilize resources.
* Communicate and coordinate with appropriate support groups to initiate corrective action for work orders on hold.
* Split work orders by generating a new traveller, input split and coordinate activity with inspection and other groups.
* As a liaison, resolve scheduling conflicts between the shop and the business teams.
* Initiate action required to resolve discrepancies in paperwork or system information to maintain work in process (WIP) data accuracy.
* Follow and audit the physical progress of materials or goods through manufacturing or other processing departments. Report discrepancies to team.
* Coordinate with other functional groups to develop and implement daily work schedules, short range capacity plans and build plans.
* Monitor and coordinate actions required to resolve short term capacity conflicts such as; staffing reassignments, overtime, alternate machine utilizations, and re-routing to other machines, facilities or vendors.
* Participate in team meetings to develop and implement plans to meet team goals such as; schedules, quality, cost, etc.
* Update information using CRT and/or personal computer for special scheduling needs or projects.
* Coordinate release of material/components to fill shortages for orders in work in process.
* Work in conjunction with the planners for new parts procurement and/or processed parts requirements on a daily basis for parts shortages and on request participate in long range planning meetings. Also, satisfy requirements for aircraft on ground (A.O.G.) maintenance agreements and expedited jobs.
* Define component shortages required to support the assembly build schedule. Track work order and purchase order status to assure customer requirements are achieved.
* Develop and maintain recovery schedules (ESD'S) to support customer requirements.
* Prepare customer status reports and respond to shipping information requests from the team leaders.
* Request and prioritize tooling and tapes required at station including tooling in house or at Vendors.
* Provide support to area or team by ordering prints, set-up sheets, etc.
* Move materials utilizing forklift, dolly, hand truck or other types of carts.
* Monitor and coordinate the packaging of parts to prevent damage.
* Train and assist less experienced employees.
* Adhere to company safety rules and regulations.
* Perform other related responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Two years of dispatching, shop scheduling or production planning experience in a computerized manufacturing system environment or demonstrated ability to perform described responsibilities.
• Knowledge of material requirements planning, capacity planning and shop floor control required.
• Knowledge of AMAPS preferred.
• Knowledge of A.P.I.C.S. concepts/principles preferred.
• General understanding of manufacturing routings, travellers, & blueprints.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team player.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:

Health and Wellbeing:

• Our benefits start on day 1 of employment! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
• Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.
• Access to multiple dental plan options and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Childcare and Healthcare expenses as well as optional Supplemental Medical Benefits.
• Reduced healthcare premiums offered with a wellness incentive credit.
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance. Additional supplemental benefits include legal protection plan, pet insurance coverage options, and identity-theft protection.

Financial Security and Growth:

• Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
• 401k Employer match up to 5% and an annual Retirement Income Account (RIA) contribution of 3%. Overall, 8% company match.

Time Away & Work-life Balance:

• Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours. (80 Vacation & 40 Sick (accrued)
• 13 paid holidays including a company-wide shut down between Christmas and New Year's.
• Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
• Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.

Career Advancement and Education:

• Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year.
• Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.

Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):

• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation, veteran appreciation, and more!
• The Parker Foundation provides access to, donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hours.
  
  

Additional Benefits:

• Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.)
• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
• Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch and snacks. We also have a mini mart on the production floor as well as vending machines on all floors if you need to satisfy a sugar craving.
• Drug-Free Workplace
  In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015)

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.