Production Scheduler

Description

Pilatus is hiring a Production Scheduler to join our team in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will prepare and manage interdepartmental scheduling in coordination with master aircraft completions schedule to meet quality standards and delivery commitments.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

•  Analyzes aircraft customer specifications and resource capacity to properly plan production flow
• Plans and schedules workflow within departments according to established manufacturing lead times in coordination with overall master schedule in order to achieve on time deliveries
• Plans aircraft interior completions sequence and capacity for the seating, fabrication, pre-assembly, installation, paint, and other production departments 
• Communicates regularly with department supervisors to determine status of assigned workflow
• Monitors production flow and expedites operations that may alter schedules to adapt to unforeseen conditions
• Prepares regular production department analysis, tracking, and reporting for department
• Prioritizes and plans the flow of work and materials within and between departments
• Monitors the status of work in progress, materials, and services and communicates to the appropriate departments

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists Planner in creating, reviewing, and updating production work orders, work packages, and job cards as needed
• Assists in aircraft production priorities, administration, and support
• Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned
• Creates monthly department reporting

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications

•  BS degree and 3+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarization of the aviation industry, including terminology and FAA Regulations preferred
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Highly attentive to details and strong ability to analyze impact and adapt to changing priorities
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills with proficiency in Jira and MS Office software including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Project & Excel
• Familiarity with MS SharePoint, MS Project and Quantum a preferred
• This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls

What We Offer

• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
• Monthly health savings account contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year

The hiring range is $70,000 - $90,000 per year. This range represents Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd.’s estimate of the compensation reasonably expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant skills and experience, education, job location, internal equity, market data, and business considerations. The hiring range may be modified in the future based on business or market conditions. Any bonus, incentive compensation, benefits, or other forms of compensation are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans, programs, and policies and may be modified in accordance with applicable law.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application as soon as possible. Please note that this announcement may close at any time; early applications are encouraged.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.