Master Scheduler

Job Summary

This position will be responsible for the planning and execution of company forecast and production schedule to support the operational goal of on-time shipments. This position will interface with Sales to develop a Sales and Operations Plan and translate customer orders and sales forecasts into achievable manufacturing schedules and level loading of the manufacturing facility. This is a highly cross-functional role partnering with operations, supply chain, sales, and customer service to anticipate constraints, resolve shortages, and maintain a forward-looking Master Production Schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a super user for the ERP system, ensuring complete understanding of the database constructs, reporting, and system navigation.
• Liaise with the sales team to generate a S&OP and translate that into an accurate production forecast.
• Monitor orders in process to keep informed of manufacturing status, and when needed, initiate the necessary steps to maintain conformity with schedules.
• Work closely with customer service, production, and the sales team to make daily adjustments to the schedule to manage unforeseen events.
• No direct supervision responsibility but gives direction to the Buyers, Planners and Operations staff regarding the production schedule.
• Prepare reports of safety stock and delivery performance and communicate results to the senior leaders and Supply Chain Manager.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain personnel to ensure streamlined operations.
• Create and publish weekly build schedules and host production meetings to distribute and modify plan as needed.
• Participate in cost reduction efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with 5 years of experience scheduling/forecasting.
• High level of knowledge of the supply/demand process and analysis.
• Self-motivated and able to interface with numerous departments.
• Strong organizational skills and strong written and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• High level Microsoft Office skills.
• Extensive knowledge of ERP systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience scheduling / forecasting.
• Extensive knowledge of Infor Syteline (CSI ) ERP software.
• APICS certification.
• Experience in a technology company with complex electronic assemblies.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with Roth option
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement & Discretionary Profit-Sharing Bonus