Production Scheduler

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Cerritos, CA, USA
In-Office
75K-85K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Defense • Manufacturing
The Role
Develops and manages production schedules for complex aerospace components, coordinating production and inspection activities. Analyzes forecasts, inventory, work-in-process requirements, capacity, and schedule progress. Maintains master production sequences, prepares work orders and reports, monitors project status, and expedites operations to resolve delays. The role requires advanced Excel-based analysis, strong manufacturing planning experience, organization, and effective communication.
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About Pankl Aerospace Systems

Pankl Aerospace Systems is a leading manufacturer of high precision aerospace components serving commercial and defense aviation markets worldwide. We are committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, while fostering a culture built on teamwork, respect, and employee growth.

Position Summary
Do you have the analytical mindset and expert-level Excel skills to turn complex production demands into a schedule the shop can rely on? As a Production Scheduler, you will outline, schedule, and manage the production and inspection of highly complex machined parts and personnel. You will create production schedules, track progress, provide status updates to internal departments, and periodically review the critical factors that affect production - relying on expert-level Excel skills to build, maintain, and analyze schedules, capacity models, and production reports. If you have a strong planning skills and thrive on data-driven decision making, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team!


Key Requirements 
  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience in the metal manufacturing industry; Aerospace experience is a plus
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the metal manufacturing industry
  • Expert-level Excel skills including but not limited to complex formulas, pivot tables, pivot charts, conditional formatting, power query, and advanced charting techniques
  • Must have experience working within strict production and manufacturing deadlines
  • Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures typically used in a manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications
  • Excellent organization, people and communication skills
  • Fluent and effective in English written and verbal communication; bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Core Responsibilities
  • Production planning and scheduling preparation
  • Analyze and monitor Sales Forecast
  • Ongoing awareness of raw material inventory and WIP-release requirements
  • Preparation of workorder / binders, and any re-wip requirements 
  • Develop and maintain master schedule of production sequences such as Production Waterfall Chart
  • Monitor project status and expedite operations to resolve unforeseen schedule delays
  • Prepare periodic production reports

Why Join Pankl?

At Pankl, your work makes a difference. We invest in our employees through competitive pay, career development opportunities, advanced manufacturing technology, and a supportive work environment focused on safety and success.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive compensation
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid and optional life insurance
  • HRA and Voluntary Aflac plans
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Shift premiums
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Safety boot and safety glasses reimbursement
  • Employee training and development programs

Export Compliance Requirement

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the metal manufacturing industry
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the metal manufacturing industry
  • Aerospace experience
  • Expert-level Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, pivot charts, conditional formatting, Power Query, and advanced charting
  • Experience working within strict production and manufacturing deadlines
  • Familiarity with manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Fluent and effective written and verbal English communication
  • Bilingual Spanish communication skills
  • U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, qualifying refugee or asylee status, or eligibility to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations
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The Company
75 Employees
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

Pankl Aerospace Systems designs and manufactures high-performance, flight-safety-critical components and systems for commercial and defense aerospace programs. Its products include lightweight engine components, engine and rotor shafts, air-refueling tubes, and landing-gear parts serving aircraft, helicopters, spacecraft, and unmanned vehicles. The company also supplies engineering and production services spanning design and development, assembly, manufacturing, material testing, and safety and reliability analysis for aerospace customers.

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