Sr. Scheduler
Avantor · Bakersfield, CA
Supply Chain & LogisticsFull timeCompany career page
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Role summary
Avantor seeks a Senior Scheduler to manage production planning and coordination in Bakersfield, California. The role involves developing master production schedules, optimizing resource allocation, and collaborating across manufacturing, procurement, and quality teams to meet organizational and customer demands.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Operations, Business Management, or equivalent professional experience
- Five years of Material Resource Planning (MRP) or manufacturing production environment experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
- Ability to read and interpret manufacturing procedures and specifications
- APICS CPIM certification or one-year MRP program certificate preferred
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
What you'll be doing
- Develop and maintain master production schedules aligned with customer and organizational requirements
- Analyze production specifications and plant capacity to determine manufacturing processes and resource allocation
- Monitor equipment utilization and production progress; sequence requests and manage back-order rescheduling
- Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve material issues and expedite components
- Track supply chain metrics and lead process improvement initiatives to enhance scheduling adherence and operational efficiency
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