Also called: Production Scheduler, Expediter
Schedules what gets made on which line each day and chases down parts when things fall behind.
You build tomorrow's schedule, then walk the floor to check on a rush order. When a part is stuck at the supplier, you call, email and even send a truck to pick it up. Everyone in the plant knows your name.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. High-school diploma; on-the-job training. An associate degree helps for advancement.
Ways in: On-the-job training, 2-year college. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Supply Chain Management, Business.
Growing slowly (about 0% over 10 years). BLS projects little change.
High risk for 10 years. AI scheduling and ERP systems now plan production and flag shortages automatically.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply for production clerk or expediter jobs at local factories
Classes: Business class, Algebra, Computer applications.
Official data: O*NET occupation 43-5061.
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