Master Scheduler

Master Scheduler – Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the backlog, including total backlog, late backlog, and lead time
• Maintain a master schedule that is valid, taking into account material availability, resource capacity, customer/market demands, and financial commitments
• Perform inventory management and reporting
• Set up planning parameters for new parts and process workflows
• Manage and deliver quote requests to Customer Service
• Use Oracle enterprise system to plan and promise assembly orders relative to customer requests and material plan
• Initiate purchase orders for parts, services, or non-product items; arrange receipt, inspection, and compliance to meet customer request dates
• Initiate work orders for parts and arrange for completion to meet customer request dates
• Coordinate the planning, review, and forecasting of “Buy and Make” parts within the designated Value Stream, making decisions to release, firm, defer, or cancel planned orders
• Continually monitor reports to maintain alignment of supply and demand of material
• Take appropriate actions to bring supply and demand into alignment
• Maintain timely communication of essential changes to customer promise date
• Adjust assembly bills for material and assembly routings as necessary to satisfy special requirements
• Coordinate quality matters and engineering changes/developments between Fisher and suppliers/production to minimize obsolescence and change over time
• Work with the Value Stream Manager to define appropriate forecast, safety stock, ROQ, and other material planning attributes
• Balance demand and capacity through entry of orders into the Machining and Assembly Master Schedule, coordinating with the area Supervisor
• Review and coordinate material to the master schedule
• Help implement lean manufacturing techniques into the designated value stream, including facilitation and use of Kanbans, Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Scheduling Boards, and Best Practices
• Maintain delivery prospectus and periodically review to ensure market competition
• Perform other related duties as required
• Have an understanding of Lean manufacturing knowledge and tools

• 2‑year college degree, bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience considered
• In‑depth understanding of Master Product Schedule (MPS), Material Requirement Planning (MRP), MRPII, and manufacturing business systems
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing concepts and tools
• Solid computer skills, including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and MS Outlook
• Strong organizational, planning, and decision‑making skills, with ability to work as a team member
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Self‑starter attitude

• Oracle knowledge and experience a plus
• APICS CPIM certification preferred

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs
• Flexible time‑off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F–1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H–1, H–2, L–1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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