Master Scheduler
Quanex · Irving, TX · 6 days ago
ManufacturingFull-time
About the role
Develops and implements production build and material forecasting strategies to support Manufacturing Operations and meet customer demand while optimizing inventories. Outputs of the SIOP process include developing and loading a Master Production Schedule (MPS) and scheduling high-level Manufacturing Operations across multiple departments to meet business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Leads monthly cross-functional meetings to collaborate, establish and measure production and inventory targets by month for a rolling 24-month period.
- Manages and maintains the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and coordinates build plans and execution with Planning.
- Develops the rough-cut capacity plan using MPS, identifying capacity gaps and excesses.
- Maintains accurate planning parameters to ensure completeness and reliability of plans.
- Monitors inventory at risk, highlighting decision impacts and driving continuous improvement.
- Analyzes month-to-month changes, capturing key risks and planning assumptions.
- Prepares and facilitates supply review materials, including inputs and outputs.
- Ensures adherence to the monthly planning cycle and accountability for defined roles.
- Establishes and enforces standard agendas, behaviors, and planning rigor.
- Facilitates the Supply and Resource S&OP review process.
- Owns supply Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including projected on-time delivery performance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in Demand, Supply, or Sales & Operations Planning.
- Experience coaching, developing, and mentoring team members.
- Experience creating and presenting written and oral communications.
- Strong collaboration skills and continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to hold team members and colleagues accountable to departmental commitments.
Qualifications
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Excellent Bonus Potential
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Paid Time Off, Training & Holidays
- Charitable Contribution Match Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness/Fitness Resources
- Training & Professional Development
- 401K Match w/ 2-year Vesting Period
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Pay
The salary range for this position is $72,000 to $97,000 with bonus potential.
Schedule
Flexible schedule to accommodate Manufacturing Operations and customer demand.