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QUALITEL PROFILE: 

Qualitel is a premier Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider, specializing in high-end, high-reliability product applications. The company emphasizes investing in both its workforce and cutting-edge technology to maintain its leadership in the EMS industry. Qualitel’s mission is to support its employees in achieving self-sufficiency, health, and security, fostering a balanced and thriving work environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Master Scheduler at Qualitel is a pivotal role responsible for planning and managing the factory’s production schedule to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of products to customers. This role ensures that production plans are aligned with customer demands, material availability, and operational capacity. The Master Scheduler collaborates with operations, supply chain, and program management teams to mitigate risks, optimize workflows, and achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as On-Time Delivery (OTD) and inventory management.

This role also leads Lean and Kaizen efforts to drive continuous improvement across the factory and facilitates Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) meetings to align long-term production strategies with business goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain an accurate production schedule that aligns with customer demands and factory capacity.
• Coordinate with planners, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure that daily production schedules are met.
• Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), focusing on Customer On-Time Delivery (OTD), inventory levels, and factory efficiency.
• Communicate capacity constraints and material availability to Program Managers to align work orders with operational capabilities.
• Support Lean and Kaizen initiatives to optimize material flow, factory layout, and production efficiency.
• Facilitate monthly Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) meetings with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze and mitigate risks by managing external and internal factors affecting the master schedule.
• Lead process improvement initiatives for demand planning, inventory optimization, and scheduling accuracy.
• Oversee planners to ensure timely issuance and management of Work Orders (WOs) according to the master schedule.
• Provide clear communication of operational plans, capacity, and performance metrics to all relevant stakeholders.
• Build long-term production plans using data analytics to ensure material flow and production optimization.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Customer On-Time Delivery (OTD): Achieving and maintaining high levels of OTD is critical for success in this role. Ensuring that production schedules meet customer delivery requirements is essential.
• Production Efficiency: Ability to streamline production processes and optimize factory workflows to ensure seamless operations and timely output.
• Inventory Management: Coordinate with Supply Chain to effectively monitor and plan of inventory to ensure material availability without overstocking, which can lead to inefficiencies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Success in this role requires the ability to work closely and collaboratively with operations, supply chain, and program management teams to align schedules and resolve any bottlenecks.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to use data analytics to develop long-term production plans and adjust schedules based on changing factors such as customer demand and material availability.
• Capacity Management: Balancing factory capacity with production demands to ensure efficient use of resources and timely delivery of orders.
• Lean Manufacturing Implementation: Proficiency in Lean principles and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste, optimize material flow, and enhance factory productivity.
• Problem Solving and Adaptability: Ability to swiftly address unforeseen challenges in scheduling, capacity, or materials, while maintaining production targets and efficiency.
• Communication and Leadership: Clear and consistent communication of production plans, capacity limitations, and metrics across departments, and leadership in driving team performance.

PRINCIPAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Operational Planning Expertise: Solid understanding of how production planning affects factory operations and supply chain dynamics.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with Push and Pull supply chain models, manufacturing principles, and their impact on scheduling and operations.
• Project Management Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on deadlines and goals.
• Lean Methodologies: Experience implementing Lean principles to improve efficiency and eliminate waste in production processes.
• Customer Focus: Ensuring production schedules meet customer delivery expectations, contributing to high customer satisfaction.
• Process Improvement: A mindset for continuous improvement to identify and execute scheduling, inventory, and workflow enhancements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from an accredited institution, with a minimum of five years of experience in a manufacturing or production scheduling role, ideally within an electronics manufacturing environment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in ERP systems (PO Placement, RFQ Processing, Workflow Management) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project). Familiarity with manufacturing processes and supplier negotiation for schedule optimization.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply mathematical concepts, including probability, statistical analysis, and geometry, in practical scheduling scenarios.
• Language Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Physical Demands: Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds and meet vision requirements (close and color vision). Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $90,000-$125,000 (DOE)
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more

*Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

QUALITEL PROFILE:

Qualitel is an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that specializes in high end, high reliability product applications. The company invests heavily in people and technology to stay at the forefront of this field. The goal of Qualitel is to help its employees achieve self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

POSITION SUCCESS FACTORS:

Factor#1 – Purchasing Process & Compliance

Within the first 3 months, learn the current procurement system through existing procedures / processes, ERP system
• Collaborate with Purchasing Manager to setup Goals and Objectives for initial year
• Complete all training requirement per job position
• Understand commodities and be able to identify key suppliers and part relationships
• Understand Strategic Supply Chain and how it functions within Qualitel
• Understand how standard costing works and cost accounting principles within Qualitel

Factor#2 – Supplier Management and Continual Improvement

Within the 6 months, be fully accountable for commodities assigned and daily tasks in Factor 1. Total ownership of commodity includes quoting, Supplier management (OTD, Quality, Cost Reduction).
• Buyer able to start a commodity strategic and make decisions on sourcing, supplier rationalization and cost improvements
• Establishing supplier report card and metrics; On Time Delivery (OTD), Quality, and Feedback
• Maintain supplier relationship with commodity suppliers
• Ensure timely effort and execution of, Quality Issues, and Corrective and
Preventative Actions (CAPAs)
Lead and manage all supplier relationships for assigned commodities

Factor#3 – System and Continual Improvement

Within the 12 months, be accountable for establishing and providing analysis for commodity assigned relating to OTD, Quality, cost Improvements. Work with manager to setup commodity strategy and supplier rationalization for the supply base that includes market intelligence and supplier health
• Participate in and lead strategic planning / improvements
• Contributing to internal and external cooperation between department / suppliers
• Suggest system and opportunity for improvement
• Ensure that you meet personal and departmental goals and objectives
• Able to build and execute stocking agreements with the supply base
• Be able to work with manager on drafting / constructing Long Term Agreements with suppliers
• Able to complete complex and in-depth market and cost analysis for assigned commodities
• Able to build a market and strategic plan for the Qualitel Purchasing Department

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Sourcing Leader is responsible for the understanding a strategic vision and execution of their assigned commodities. The Strategic Sourcing Leader is responsible for managing the supplier relationship of their commodity and being the voice of the business to the supplier. The Strategic Sourcing Leader is responsible for meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), meeting department expectations in regard to cost and quality of their assigned commodity. Responsible for executing all cost saving efforts regarding purchased parts of their commodity. The Strategic Sourcing Leader is responsible for ensuring the rationalization of the supply base and assisting in establishing Long Term Agreements with key suppliers, ensuring part availability.

Expectations:
• Responsible for understanding the business in a holistic understanding and executing a strategic vision for the commodities they manage.
• Have the ability to understand internal and external inputs that effect the supply chain
• Have the ability to build a Commodity Strategy report for their commodities
• Have an understanding of cost accounting and accounting principles
• Have an understanding of manufacturing principles
• Subject Matter Expert on their commodities
• Have the ability to run multiple projects at the same time
• Understand in Lean principles
• Strong supplier management skills
• Ability to understand how to negotiate and write contracts with suppliers
• Ability to understand and apply different negotiation strategies
• Ability to understand multiple inventory stocking strategies

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university; plus two years related experience and/or training in manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experiences.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with co-workers, engineering, and management staff.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts such as Algebra level I. Ability to apply mathematical operations to dimensional inspection tasks.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $90,000-$125,000 (DOE)
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more

QUALITEL PROFILE:

Qualitel is an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that specializes in high end, high reliability product applications. The company invests heavily in people and technology to stay at the forefront of this field. The goal of Qualitel is to help its employees achieve self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

SMT SETUP: Under direct supervision, following SMT Daily Work Schedule, set up feeder per Qualitel Documentation. Verify value of component in Kits and SBA components prior to installing component onto feeder. Ensure proper stencil is placed with kit. Print all Work Instructions/SMT Packet/Deviations/Quality Alerts to be included in the MVP Packet along with BOM for manufacturing. Deviation (if included) to be recorded in note section of MVP. Mark kit as set up or ready. Tear down feeders and return remaining components to SBA shelves or stockroom as required after build is complete. Reports to SMT Lead.

SMT OPERATOR I: Demonstrate skill in all SMT setup pre-requisites plus: Under direct supervision train in Stencil Print Operations, Pick and Place Operation, Reflow Operation and AOI Operation. AOI Operation to include training in 3090 3095, 3085. 3090/3095 will be trained by Quality Engineer. Perform board washing when Material Handler is not on duty. Reports to SMT Lead. Training and IPC-A-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies Training.

SMT OPERATOR II: Demonstrate skill in all SMT I pre-requisites plus: With limited supervision exhibit ability to perform 1st part verifications of all of these operations. Perform routine daily machine maintenance. Reports to SMT Lead.

SMT OPERATOR III: Demonstrate skill in all SMT II pre-requisites plus: With minimal supervision exhibit ability to perform semi-routine adjustments, troubleshooting, and quality auditing. Reports to SMT Lead.

SMT LEAD: Demonstrate master skill in all SMT III pre-requisites plus: Assist engineering with programming and troubleshooting of SMT machines. Complete and maintain all required records. Train all other SMT personnel in skills required to successfully complete required job functions. Maintain organization and cleanliness of SMT work area. Continually strive to develop ways to reduce costs and improve overall quality.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE. High School diploma or general education degree (GED) plus a minimum of one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively communicated both verbally and in writing with co-workers and engineering and management staff.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $18/hr to $25/hr, plus overtime as needed
•Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
•Profit Sharing
•Bi-weekly Pay
•Monday – Friday: 6:00am – 2:30pm or 3:00pm – 11:30pm
•Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more.

QUALITEL PROFILE:

Qualitel is an Electronics Manufacturing Service (EMS) provider that specializes in high end, high reliability product applications. The company invests heavily in people and technology to stay at the forefront of this field. The goal of Qualitel is to help its employees achieve self-sufficient, healthy and secure lives.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assembler I:
Access and follow on-line documentation. Prep components by hand or utilizing equipment per documentation. Identify component values. Pre-wave insert thru-hole components in pcb by hand. Hand-solder thru-hole components. Verify work performed by your self and peers meet IPC standards. Complete tasks within specified time or notify lead of inability to do so along with reason.

Assembler II:
All functions required at Assembler I level. Hand-solder SMT components. Remove and replace thru-hole comp. without board damage. Solder wires and cables. Identify assembly and document issues. Successfully complete J-Std. Training and IPC-A-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies Training.

Assembler III:
All functions required at Assembler I and II levels. Remove and replace SMT components without board damage. Perform SMT rework. Provide back-up support for lead in their absence. Write ECO to have assembly and document issues corrected. Complete NCP form when non-conforming product is identified. Successfully complete IPC-7711/IPC-7721 Rework and Repair of Electronic Assemblies Training.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE. High School diploma or general education degree (GED) plus a minimum of one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with co-workers and engineering and management staff.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In this role, the employee will frequently engage in tasks requiring manual dexterity, including handling objects and reaching. Standing will be required for approximately 80-90% of the work time. Essential visual capabilities encompass close vision, color differentiation, peripheral vision, and depth perception, with an ability to adjust focus as needed.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range: $19/hr to $30/hr, plus overtime as needed
• Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including, but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
• Profit Sharing
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Monday – Friday: 6:00am – 2:30pm or 3:00pm – 11:30pm
• Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Medical, Vision, Voluntary Dental, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Paid Holidays and more