Senior Master Scheduler

Job description

The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced in manufacturing planning systems, with strong communication skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. While this role primarily operates Monday through Friday, occasional Saturday work may be required based on business demands. This full-time, exempt position reports directly to the COO.

Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on demand forecasts, customer orders, inventory levels, and capacity constraints.

Analyze material availability, production capacity, and lead times to ensure schedule feasibility.

Collaborate with sales, operations, procurement, and engineering teams to align scheduling priorities with business objectives.

Monitor work order progress, identify bottlenecks, and proactively adjust schedules to minimize downtime and ensure on-time delivery.

Communicate production priorities and changes to cross-functional teams daily or weekly as needed.

Drive continuous improvement in scheduling accuracy and efficiency by analyzing performance metrics and implementing process enhancements.

Manage the balance between inventory levels, production throughput, and customer satisfaction.

Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.

Maintain data accuracy within the ERP / MRP system and provide key performance indicators (KPIs) on schedule adherence and capacity utilization.

Support new product introductions and engineering changes by integrating them into the production plan.

Develop “what-if” capacity analyses to support decision‑making and long‑term planning.

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or materials management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of ERP / MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor, JobBOSS, etc.).
• APICS / CPIM certification is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Acumatica.