Master Scheduler

Job overview

The Master Scheduler role is onsite in East Aurora, NY, with compensation of $75,000–$85,000 per year. The position supports production planning across Astronics programs and product groups. The scheduler translates customer demand, forecasts, and inventory strategy into a capacity-constrained production plan. By coordinating with Sales, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Operations, the role helps maintain feasible schedules, reliable shipment commitments, and production flow.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule and production plan
• lead rough-cut capacity planning and escalate capacity planning needs
• review sales orders, forecasts, and lead times to confirm shipment dates
• lead production meetings and adjust schedules
• maintain scheduling policies and ERP/MRP data
• release work orders
• integrate engineering changes into schedules
• create standard work and instructions
• mentor production planners
• maintain Kanban pull systems
• stay current on AS9102 and related audit requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

master scheduler

east aurora ny

onsite

full-time

$75,000-$85,000/year

9/80 schedule

every other friday off

master production schedule

capacity planning

erp/mrp

supply chain

aerospace electronics

production planning

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Quarterly bonus tied to company profitability, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid holidays, health, vision and dental coverage.

Why this role

The role is primarily office-based with regular production-floor presence and follows a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. High school diploma is required; a relevant bachelor’s degree and APICS/ASCM certification are preferred.

About the employer

Astronics is hiring for this role. Industry: Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. Sector: 33.