Master Scheduler

POSITION SUMMARY:

To provide manufacturing with a schedule to meet all customer requirements which will foster the most efficient utilization of equipment, manpower and inventories. Provide training support to the material analyst(s) positions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interface with operations with respect to schedule controls, inventory management, capacity utilization and customer needs.

Plan optimal quantities of raw materials and purchased components while working within our inventory goals utilizing PFEP in conjunction with MIFC as a fundamental base

Monitor flow of goods in and out and adjust build schedule plans accordingly. Communicate any changes to the plan to operations as needed.

Collaborate with operations and material handling supervision to develop kanban systems for operational cells and purchased components

Maintain master data setup in ERP system

Scheduling agreement maintenance in conjunction with OE Admin sales activities

Work closely with Launch team to support ECN and new product launch activities

Streamline schedules in order for operations to maximize output efficiency

Work in partnership with operations and engineering teams to review service levels, performance against schedule, and inventory strategy by analyzing and identifying risks associated with the options built into the Master Production Plan

Monitor actual output versus the Master Production Plan. When delays occur, identify gaps and drive solutions, including a production performance metric to the suggested production schedule

CRITICAL SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Quality Focus: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality products and/or services; defines standards for quality and evaluates products, processes and/or services against those standards; creates an environment that supports continuous improvement.

Adaptability: Works effectively under stressful conditions; adjusts to multiple and conflicting demands; shows resilience under ambiguous and changing circumstances; modifies behavior and plans as necessary to attain goals.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively even when relating complex information; promotes a free flow of information through the organization; listens actively; tailors message to audience.

Personal Development: Actively pursues growth and developmental opportunities; seeks out feedback and responds without defensiveness; continuously finds ways to improve.

Analytical Ability: Gathers relevant information systematically; considers a broad range of issues or factors; grasps complexities and perceives relationships among problems or issues; uses accurate logic in analyses.

Ability to Learn: Possesses intellectual agility; readily accepts the challenges of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence of complex ideas.

Technical/Functional Expertise: Possesses up-to-date knowledge in the profession and industry; is regarded as an expert in the technical/functional area; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate; brings cross-disciplinary knowledge to bear on issues and problems.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree or APICS certification.
• Strong analytical ability required.
• Understanding of MRP systems.
• Knowledge of SAP required.
• Knowledge ofkanban systems desirable.
• Experienced in the area of Microsoft word, excel, and power point highly desirable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This job is performed in all areas of building facility including offices and production plant floor on all equipment and machines
• Varying temperatures ( cold to hot )
• Infrequent exposure to outside weather environment
• Fast - paced work environment
• Small, confined space around some machines / equipment
• Wet, slippery floors in some areas

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 - 30 lbs.
• Extensive standing, walking, climbing, stooping, bending over, reaching, twisting, arm wrist and hand motion,
• Manual dexterity
• Good visual ability