Production Scheduler, Assembly

Job Type

Full-time

Description

RAM Aviation, Space & Defense is a leader in aerospace innovation, powering flight and space exploration with precision solenoids, valves, and actuators. Since 1975, we've supported missions like the Space Shuttle and continue to deliver mission-critical components for commercial, defense, and satellite systems. As one of Southern Utah's largest employers, we drive economic growth and offer high-skilled careers in engineering and manufacturing. From our advanced facility in St. George, we build the future of aerospace-on time, with excellence, and as a team. Join us to work on groundbreaking technology and help shape the future of flight and space exploration. Your career takes off here!

As the Production Scheduler for Assembly at RAM, you are the central link between customer demand and on-time production execution. You'll manage and optimize the ERP-based production schedule for your business unit, aligning it with sales forecasts, capacity, material availability, and new program launches. This role requires close coordination with operations, engineering, customer support, and material planning to ensure schedule accuracy and efficiency. Your ability to maintain and adjust daily and weekly schedules directly impacts our ability to deliver high-quality aerospace components on time, every time.

Duties and Responsibilities

Generate and provide APS driven production schedules for a specific business unit, based on customer demand, forecasted orders, material planning, and operational capacity.

Update ERP parameters to facilitate the accuracy and utilization of APS.

Ensure accuracy of operation times and resources in ERP.

Provide input on proposed new customer demand or demand changes.

Update customer support on impacts to schedule attainment.

Communicate and collaborate with the business unit team, customer support, material planning, and master scheduler.

Operate under the guidance and direction of the master scheduler, while reporting directly to the Business Unit Manager.

Ensure APS structure and schedule ensures successful fulfillment of consignment inventory requirements, finished goods strategy, and forecast order management.

Support the material planning function with visibility on upcoming demand or demand changes.

Ensure accurate shipping schedule for the business unit and support sales forecasting accuracy.

Maintain ERP schedule accuracy and updates according to changes in production capacity and customer demand.

Integrate upcoming engineering development demands into the production schedule.

Support the maintenance and implementation of the advance planning system (APS).

Other duties as assigned. Requirements

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).

BS degree or equivalent related job experience preferred.

Proven experience in production or materials planning preferred.

Experience with an ERP or MRP system preferred.

Excellent organizational skills.

Strong computational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Must be proficient in operation of a computer and using Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Why You'll Love Working at RAM - Our Benefits

At RAM Aviation, Space & Defense, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, work-life balance, and long-term success.

Our benefits include

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.

Short-Term Disability & Voluntary Benefits - Additional protection and peace of mind when you need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for personal, financial, and emotional well-being.

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays - Generous time off to relax, travel, and spend time with loved ones.

Paid Parental Leave - Time to bond with your new addition and transition smoothly back to work.

401(K) Retirement Account - Plan for your future with our 401(K) retirement account, complete with an employer match.

Tuition Assistance - Invest in your education and future growth with our tuition assistance program.

Flexible Work Schedule - Balance your work and personal life with a flexible work schedule.

We are committed to creating an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.

Equal Employment Opportunity

RAM Aviation, Space & Defense is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition, it is the policy of RAM Aviation, Space & Defense to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where a particular employee works.

We welcome former military and law enforcement applicants!