Applied Composites (AC) is seeking a Planning and Scheduling Manager who will create, integrate, and manage production schedules to ensure that the manufacturing capacity meets current customer demand. This process will entail partnering with Program Management and Operations to integrate multiple program requirements into an integrated schedule. Partnering with Operations the schedule will be resource loaded with appropriate labor and equipment to meet customer demand at the lowest cost. Additionally, the Master Scheduler will advise manufacturing on the necessary prioritization within the schedule supporting changing demand.
About AC: Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering and tooling to the aerospace, defense and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you.
Job Accountabilities:
- Partnering with Program Management and Operations to develop an integrated site schedule
- Develop and maintain a process to manage capacity planning
- Manage the site sales and operation planning process
- Provide capacity analysis in support of proposals
- Support trade study’s and analysis
Job Specifications:
Education: A Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
Years’ Experience: 3-5 years of relevant work experience
Skills:
- Previous experience with planning/scheduling in a manufacturing environment
- Advanced MS Office skills – including MS Project
- Previous ERP System management experience highly preferred
- Previous experience working in a fast-paced production environment with high quality requirements; example military, aerospace, or medical equipment highly preferred
- Experience in a high mix product development environment or demonstrated ability to support similar environment
- Able to perform basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Proven track record of supporting stringent deadlines and handling multiple priorities simultaneously
- Skilled problem-solver: Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent
- Lean Manufacturing experience is an advantage
- Composite manufacturing experience is an advantage
- Effective oral and written communication
Benefits:
At Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.
AC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.
This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
1st Shift 7:30am - 4:00pm
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience
- Previous planning and scheduling experience in a manufacturing environment
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Microsoft Project
- Experience supporting fast-paced production environments with high quality requirements
- Experience in a high-mix product development environment or ability to support a similar environment
- Ability to perform basic mathematics
- Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines and manage multiple priorities
- Problem-solving skills and ability to exercise independent judgment
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Previous ERP system management experience
- Experience in military, aerospace, or medical equipment production environments
- Lean Manufacturing experience
- Composite manufacturing experience
- U.S. person status under ITAR requirements
Applied Composites Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Applied Composites and has not been reviewed or approved by Applied Composites.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and options like FSA/HSA, with disability coverage and an EAP also available. Wellness programs further contribute to overall health support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes a vacation plan, wellness days, and 10 paid holidays each year. PTO accrual increases with tenure, expanding available leave over time.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer matching is offered. This provides structured support for long‑term savings.
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What We Do
Applied Composites is a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering, and tooling to the aerospace, defense, and space systems markets. Vertically integrated with six strategic locations, we have widespread capabilities to serve expanding industry needs in many high-growth aerospace and defense platforms. Specializing in complex composite assemblies for the aerospace industry, Applied Composites has a long history of providing customer satisfaction by focusing on continuous improvement processes that help reduce time and cost. Our aerospace composite manufacturing capabilities are among the best in the industry.
