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Project Scheduler – Automation & Manufacturing Integration

Summary

The Project Scheduler plays a key role in developing, maintaining, and optimizing project timelines. This position is responsible for sequencing material deliveries, integrating project schedules with manufacturing lead times, and ensuring a smooth flow across machining, assembly, and integration. The role acts as a central coordinator between sourcing, production, and logistics to ensure timely project execution.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

(This is not an exhaustive list)

• Support the development and review of integrated project schedules

• Drive execution of the Project Sourcing Plan across internal functions

• Proactively identify and resolve scheduling system conflicts (e.g., BOM changes, delinquent orders, ERP discrepancies)

• Review project timing to identify risks or conflicts and escalate issues to Project Management

• Communicate potential timing risks and schedule conflicts to CIO Leader and stakeholders

• Attend Project Management Kickoff Meetings and contribute to timeline alignment

• Organize RFQs for manufacturing and purchasing; classify machining parts by type and commercial parts by vendor

• Responsible for purchase requisition (PR) creation

• Maintain revision control at the platform/project level

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

Systems & Technical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems (SAP/GPS preferred)

• Knowledge of manufacturing integration, logistics, and planning processes

• Proficient in planning tools: Master Production Scheduling, Material Requirement Planning, and Daily Production Scheduling

• Familiarity with PLM GPS systems and warehouse/transportation management

• General IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, project tracking tools)

Functional Expertise:

• Supply chain and purchasing techniques

• Capacity management and workflow coordination

• Experience with project monitoring, demand forecasting, and inventory control

• Awareness of EHS and World Class Manufacturing principles

• Comprehension of Comau products, solutions, and internal procedures (preferred)

Behavioral Competencies

• Self-motivated and proactive

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

• Effective communicator

• Promotes and engages in cross-functional teamwork

Qualifications

• Education:

  • Degree in a technical or business discipline preferred

• Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years in an automation or manufacturing integration environment

• Language:

  • Proficiency in English preferred