Master Scheduler
A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Master Production Scheduler to lead production planning, scheduling, and capacity management activities within a complex operational environment.
This position is responsible for translating customer demand, inventory requirements, capacity constraints, and business priorities into an executable production plan while partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders to drive schedule attainment, operational performance, and customer service objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the master production schedule.
- Balance demand, capacity, labor, materials, and operational priorities.
- Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans as business conditions change.
- Drive improvements in throughput, capacity utilization, backlog management, and on-time delivery.
- Identify production constraints and implement solutions to support operational performance.
Capacity Planning & Analysis
- Lead short- and long-range capacity planning initiatives.
- Analyze production demand against available resources.
- Evaluate labor, equipment, material, and operational requirements.
- Identify bottlenecks and communicate risks to leadership.
- Support strategic decisions regarding capacity optimization and resource allocation.
Systems & Data Management
- Utilize ERP/MRP systems and reporting tools to support planning activities.
- Develop and maintain analytical reports, dashboards, and planning metrics.
- Analyze operational data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Improve visibility, accuracy, and accessibility of planning information.
- Drive automation and process improvements across planning functions.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Lead and develop production planning personnel.
- Establish priorities, accountability, and performance expectations.
- Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales, Finance, and other key stakeholders.
- Communicate production priorities, schedule changes, capacity constraints, and business risks.
- Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent relevant experience.
- 7+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
- Experience leading a production planning or scheduling function.
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong capacity planning and manufacturing operations knowledge.
- Advanced ERP/MRP system proficiency.
- Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.
- SQL experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex planning environments and drive operational improvements.
Compensation
- Competitive base salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Additional details available during the interview process.
If interested, please apply and a recruiter will be in contact with you!
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