Sr Production Scheduler

Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security, and Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.
Support the design, development, and fabrication of New Shepard vehicles alongside a small team of experts. You'll need strong communication and organization skills for this hands-on role.

We are seeking someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation Provided, if eligible
• Supporting the New Shepard Program

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Forecast part completion dates and work closely with manufacturing and production control to ensure work is prioritized appropriately through work centers
• Prepare work orders to produce parts based on MRP, master production schedule, shop load and inventory requirements
• Monitor the flow/velocity of jobs through the production line and partner with Manufacturing/Operations to ensure work completes on time to schedule.
• Query and analyze system data to support business goals
• Develop business processes that allow team to quickly and effectively understand shortages and critical path
• Support production metric development and initiatives to address any variances or quality issues

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in supply chain, business, or other related field
• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the aerospace or high-tech industries
• 7+ years planning & scheduling experience
• Highly proficient in managing large sets of data in Excel
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to diagnose and resolve production issues
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Diligent with a focus on quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office suite of software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to balance multiple decisions based on workload dispersion, program priorities, and management and customer decisions
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

• Can read, run, and write SQL (Structured Query Language)
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (including Product Life Cycle Management, Manufacturing Execution System, and Material Requirements Planning)
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong math and analytical skills to solve problems
• Experience in R&D environments

Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $111,898.00-$156,656.85

Other site ranges may differ

Inclusivity Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
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Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "EEO Is the Law," please see here.

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