Production Scheduler

Job Description Airbus Aerosystems Kinston is looking for a Production Scheduler Advanced to join our team based in Kinston, NC. The Production Scheduler prepares feasible production schedule scenarios for assembly and in-house parts and associated materials for the weekly Master Production Schedule routines, taking into account customer need dates, actual production schedule, production status, backlog, outstanding work and available capacity (manpower, machine, material) and any technical & quality topics to be consistent with the Master Production Schedule process. Checks MRP results on Planned Orders and Work Orders, manages Work Order creation, and inputs MPS planning, need dates, industrial capabilities, manpower, component availability, stock strategy, manufacturing engineering input, and quality input. Outputs include the Weekly Production Schedule, dashboards (workload/manpower balance, Work in Progress analysis, planning adherence, KPIs and associated documentation), and work order creation. Your Challenges Short-Term Planning & Routine Management: The role focuses on leading and animating weekly short‑term operational routines, analyzing current production status, controlling resource capacity (including manpower, machinery, and materials), and preparing and leading the Weekly Master Production (MPS) meetings to challenge stakeholders and secure firm commitments. Schedule Optimization & Recovery: Elaborate detailed Production Schedules and design recovery plans when deviations occur, assessing impacts on capacity requirements and delivery dates, validating and officializing short‑term planning impacts on the Industrial System (5M), and ensuring alignment with production partners. Execution, System Integrity & KPI Tracking: Implement decided schedules into the production system, authorize work orders, maintain MRP parameters and tools, build and analyze KPIs to measure execution and delivery performance, and define improvement plans and corrective actions. Additional Responsibilities Promote a customer‑focused mindset within the plant organization. Collaborate closely with all site functions to implement strategy changes effectively. Synthesize complex planning scenarios and present clear, concise updates to multiple levels of management. Other duties as assigned by management. Qualified Experience and Training A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering. APICS CPIM (Level 1) certification is a plus. Minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Chain and/or Industrial Management. Solid knowledge and hands‑on experience with MRP II principles (S&OP, MPS, MRP, Execution) and end‑to‑end Supply Chain concepts within a production environment. Comfortable working in cross‑functional and multi‑site networks; strong communication skills. Travel Required 5% Domestic and International travel. Citizenship Authorized to work in the US. Physical Requirements Onsite or remote: 20% remote maximum. Vision, hearing, speaking, equipment operation, carrying up to 30lbs, lifting up to 30lbs, pushing/pulling small office furniture, sitting for long periods, squatting/kneeling, standing, traveling independently, walking, and use of personal protective equipment required. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. In addition, Airbus does not sponsor visas for U.S. positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Note Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation, and sustainable growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr