We have an outstanding Contract position for a Scheduler Support to join a leading Company located in the Norfolk, VA surrounding area.
**US Citizenship is required.**
The Scheduler Support is responsible for assisting in the planning, preparation, and maintenance of production schedules for industrial and commercial products. This role supports a team to ensure that the sequence and lead time of each operation are accurately established to guarantee on-time delivery.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist in developing and grooming production schedules for bids and preplanning newly awarded contracts.
Review contract changes during the bid phase or post-award to determine impacts on schedule.
Partner with department supervisors, the Program Management Office (PMO), Estimating, Contracts, and Crafts to provide executable schedules.
Assist in developing effective solutions for scheduling challenges of increasing scope and complexity.
Ensure all projects and goals are completed on time, without error, and in accordance with company policies and practices.
Basic Hiring Criteria:
An Associate's degree in a related industry field (2+ years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
2+ years of experience specifically within the ship maintenance industry.
Proficiency in scheduling software and the Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills specifically in Excel, Word and SharePoint.
Ability to analyze complex data sets and make informed decisions to optimize production flow.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration across different organizational levels.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while remaining a reliable team player who contributes to collective project success.
A basic understanding of general industry practices, techniques, terminology and standards.
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers