Production Scheduler Jobs in Marlborough, MA

A Production Scheduler in the manufacturing industry plays a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and efficient production flow. They are responsible for developing and maintaining detailed production schedules, coordinating with various departments to ensure that all parts, supplies, and equipment are available when needed, and monitoring the production process to ensure it stays on schedule. They also adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes in demand or production capacity, and communicate any changes or delays to relevant parties. These professionals play a critical role in optimizing production operations, minimizing costs, and ensuring timely delivery of products.

Production Schedulers should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities. They should be proficient in using scheduling software and have a solid understanding of production processes and supply chain management. In terms of certification, a Production Scheduler may benefit from certification programs such as the CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) from APICS. Prior to becoming a Production Scheduler, an individual may have roles such as Production Assistant, Production Planner, or Supply Chain Analyst which provide a solid foundation in understanding the production process and developing effective scheduling strategies.

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NPI Production Planner

  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

Strong understanding of production planning principles and practices. Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheets)....

Production Scheduler

  • Devens, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Devens, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Understanding of Lean manufacturing concepts is a plus. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data effectively....

Planning & Production Control Specialist - Marlborough, MA (On-site)

  • Marlborough, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA
  • 5 days ago

This role is responsible for providing production control support through all phases of the program and product life cycle....

Production Planner

  • Billerica, MA (20 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (20 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Plans, prepares, issues, and controls production schedules and directs material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of raw and approved finished goods materials timed to meet production requirements...

Production Control Specialist, Robotics Manufacturing & Technical Operations

  • Westborough, MA (6 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (6 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago

line and partner with Production Planning to ensure work completes on time to schedule. - Creating standard operating procedures on defined work paths - Coordinate with shipping and receiving team...

Production Planner

  • Wilmington, MA (24 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (24 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Production Planner ID: 548192 Posted: 2/28/2025 Location: Wilmington, MA Category: LI - Manufacturing Job Type: Temp to Direct Duration: 3 - 6 Months Description Are you a Production Planner...

Production Planner

  • Devens, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Devens, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 7 days ago

What You'll Be Doing: Keeping Production on Track - You'll create, maintain, and adjust production schedules to ensure materials, machines, and people align perfectly....

Senior Production Planner

  • Franklin, MA (19 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (19 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Previous experience in production planning or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the paper or packaging industry....

Production Planner - Wilmington, MA

  • Wilmington, MA (24 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (24 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Production Planner needed for a contract role in Wilmington Massachusetts Job Description: Plans, schedules, coordinates and/or monitors final approval of products through the complete production...

Manager Production & Planning

  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Manager Production & Planning Cambridge, MA Sr....

Production Scheduler

  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (21 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 24 days ago

The primary responsibility of the Production Scheduler is to represent the Company in all production planning activities for the plant....

Production Planner, Aerospace Manufacturing

  • Devens, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Devens, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 28 days ago

Project-Medium or better proficiency required Working knowledge of Power BI and/or other database extraction methods Knowledge of manufacturing resource planning theories, principles, and industry practices...

Manager, Production Planning

  • Milford, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Milford, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 28 days ago

Develop and enforce robust processes and procedures for executing the master production schedule (MPS) and material requirements planning (MRP) utilizing SAP APO (Advanced Planner and Optimizer), mitigating...

Lead Production Planner, Amazon Robotics

  • Westborough, MA (6 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westborough, MA (6 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking an experienced Production Planner to optimize production planning, lead strategic initiatives, and partner across the organization to delight our customers....

Senior Production Planner

  • Spencer, MA (23 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spencer, MA (23 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Additional Location(s): N/A Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's...

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Salary for Production Scheduler Jobs in Marlborough, MA

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Highest Education Level

Production Schedulers in Marlborough, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.9%
High School or GED
23.9%
Master's Degree
16.5%
Associate's Degree
11.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Some College
1.7%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Schedulers in Marlborough, MA
2-4 years
31.1%
1-2 years
23.3%
Less than 1 year
16.8%
6-8 years
9.7%
None
9.0%
10+ years
7.3%
8-10 years
1.8%
4-6 years
1.0%



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