Master Planner/Scheduler

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Own and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across all active programs, translating confirmed orders and forecast into a single capacity-balanced, executable plan.

Own capacity analysis and load planning for the plant: model production load against available capacity, run rough-cut capacity checks, level load across work centers, and identify bottlenecks and constraints before they impact the schedule.

Create, release, and manage work orders across active production programs; own work order lifecycle and data integrity to put the schedule into motion and support on-time delivery.

Drive schedule prioritization and sequencing, proactively adjusting plans as requirements, engineering changes, or material availability shift, and communicate impacts to stakeholders.

Verify material availability against the schedule in coordination with Material Planning and Purchasing; identify shortages, quantify risk, and drive resolution before jobs are released.

Prepare and maintain the supply, capacity, and load view that feeds the S&OP process; build the scenarios and analysis that inform S&OP decisions and support the Planning Manager in running the cycle.

Serve as the planning lead on the NetSuite implementation: support configuration of planning and MRP functionality, own planning data migration and validation, define and test planning parameters, and drive cutover readiness for the Planning function.

Set and govern planning parameters across the ERP system, including item lead times, safety stock levels, and lot sizing; maintain their accuracy and review them for continuous improvement.

Develop and maintain scheduling tools, models, and dashboards (load and capacity views, backlog analysis, schedule attainment reporting) that improve visibility and reduce reactive planning.

Maintain real-time awareness of shop floor status; know where each active job stands, what is at risk, and what needs intervention, with focus on the highest-priority and most complex programs.

Coordinate with Engineering on drawing releases, engineering changes, and new product introductions to ensure the schedule reflects current design status.

Collaborate with Quality to understand hold status, inspection queues, and non-conformance disposition timelines that affect schedule execution.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior planning staff (such as the Material Planner); help set planning standards and develop the team's capability.

Participate in and represent scheduling at daily production meetings and tiered daily management; communicate schedule status, capacity constraints, active risks, and priorities clearly to Operations and cross-functional stakeholders.

Track, report, and own key scheduling metrics including schedule attainment, on-time work order completion, and capacity utilization; use the data to drive corrective action.

Identify and lead process improvements that reduce reactive planning and increase schedule predictability.

Deputize for the Planning Manager on scheduling decisions and stakeholder communication as needed.

Optimize internal systems and assist in their integration with goals and objectives.

Maintain organized workspaces and digital records in accordance with company policy.

All other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: Planning Manager

WORKS WITH: Material Planner, Suppliers, Customers, Future Form Team Members

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent work experience) 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or master scheduling within a manufacturing environment, including hands-on ownership of a production schedule or master schedule Demonstrated experience owning and maintaining a Master Production Schedule (MPS), including capacity planning and load leveling Hands-on experience with work order creation, release, and management in an ERP / MRP system Strong hands-on experience with ERP / MRP systems; proven ability to learn new systems quickly and configure or validate planning functionality (OmegaCube experience a plus; NetSuite experience preferred) Deep understanding of master scheduling, capacity planning, work order management, and shop floor scheduling in a high-mix environment Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the ability to build and maintain scheduling models, dashboards, and reporting Ability to move between forward-looking scheduling and real-time execution, make sound trade-off decisions with limited direction, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment Strong cross-functional communication and influence; comfortable driving alignment daily with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain Detail-oriented, process-driven, and highly organized

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent work experience)

5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or master scheduling within a manufacturing environment, including hands-on ownership of a production schedule or master schedule

Demonstrated experience owning and maintaining a Master Production Schedule (MPS), including capacity planning and load leveling

Hands-on experience with work order creation, release, and management in an ERP / MRP system

Strong hands-on experience with ERP / MRP systems; proven ability to learn new systems quickly and configure or validate planning functionality (OmegaCube experience a plus; NetSuite experience preferred)

Deep understanding of master scheduling, capacity planning, work order management, and shop floor scheduling in a high-mix environment

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the ability to build and maintain scheduling models, dashboards, and reporting

Ability to move between forward-looking scheduling and real-time execution, make sound trade-off decisions with limited direction, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Strong cross-functional communication and influence; comfortable driving alignment daily with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain

Detail-oriented, process-driven, and highly organized

7+ years of scheduling experience, with prior title of Master Scheduler, Master Production Scheduler, or Senior Planner Experience leading or serving as a functional lead on an ERP implementation or system transition Experience supporting a Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to planning or scheduling staff APICS / ASCM certification (CPIM or CSCP) strongly preferred Experience in a custom, job shop, or contract manufacturing environment Knowledge of Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies Track record of improving schedule accuracy, attainment, or capacity utilization

7+ years of scheduling experience, with prior title of Master Scheduler, Master Production Scheduler, or Senior Planner

Experience leading or serving as a functional lead on an ERP implementation or system transition

Experience supporting a Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process

Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to planning or scheduling staff

APICS / ASCM certification (CPIM or CSCP) strongly preferred

Experience in a custom, job shop, or contract manufacturing environment

Knowledge of Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies

Track record of improving schedule accuracy, attainment, or capacity utilization