Also called: Expediter
Decides what a factory makes each day and in what order, so materials and machines are ready.
You look at incoming orders, check what parts are in stock and build tomorrow's schedule for 12 machines. When a big rush order comes in, you reshuffle everything and warn the sales team about delays.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 2 years after high school. High school diploma plus training; many have an associate or bachelor's; APICS certification helps.
Ways in: On-the-job training, 2-year college, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Supply Chain Management, Industrial Technology.
Growing slowly (about 0% over 10 years). Scheduling software is absorbing some routine work.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. Planning software and AI now build most factory schedules; planners handle exceptions and rush orders, with fewer jobs.
Classes: AP Statistics, Spreadsheets or computer applications, Manufacturing CTE.
Official data: O*NET occupation 43-5061.
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