Master Production Scheduler

About Us

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $600m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering in order to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward‑thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

We are excited by potentially welcoming you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

The Master Production Scheduler develops and manages master production schedules by aligning demand forecasts, production capacity, and material availability to ensure efficient operations. The role oversees scheduling processes, balances supply and demand, and coordinates functions to support production goals. The position contributes to on‑time delivery, inventory optimization, and overall operational performance.

• Master Scheduling & Demand Planning
• Maintain ownership of master production schedules aligning demand forecasts with production capacity constraints.
• Develop long‑term and short‑term production plans based on forecasts and customer requirements.
• Balance supply and demand to optimize inventory levels and production efficiency.
• Adjust schedules to respond to changes in demand, capacity, or material availability.
• Coordinate master schedules across multiple production lines or manufacturing operations.

• Collaborate with production, supply chain, procurement, and sales teams to align priorities.
• Communicate scheduling plans, risks, and adjustments to stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to maintain workflow and delivery timelines.
• Resolve scheduling conflicts impacting capacity, materials, or customer delivery requirements.
• Support prioritization of orders while maintaining overall production balance and efficiency.

• Track schedule adherence, forecast accuracy, and production performance against established KPIs.
• Analyze planning and scheduling data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate planning records and system updates within ERP and scheduling tools.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Ensure scheduling practices comply with company policies and production standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in production scheduling, planning, or manufacturing operations required.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment is required.
• Strong understanding of production planning, demand forecasting, and capacity management.
• Experience using ERP systems and advanced planning or scheduling tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and planning activities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills in operational environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust plans in dynamic environments.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional coordination skills.

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while working with planning systems and data.
• Ability to walk on production floors as needed to support…