Master Scheduler

Coordinate Industries Ltd; Oakville; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Coordinate Industries Ltd in Oakville, ON seeks a Master Planner/Scheduler to orchestrate end-to-end production planning for precision machining. You will develop the master schedule, balance capacity, and drive on-time delivery across aerospace and medical device sectors.

The role requires 5–8 years in production planning, strong ERP/MRP skills (Epicor, Plex), and leadership abilities to mentor the scheduling team while improving processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics or Business
• 5–8 years of experience in production planning/scheduling in high-precision manufacturing
• Deep understanding of CNC machining, tooling, inspection standards, quality control
• ERP/MRP proficiency (Epicor, Plex) and planning tools
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal collaboration across departments
• Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma knowledge advantageous
• Leadership and people-management experience
• APICS CPIM or PMP certification advantageous
• Experience in aerospace/medical devices or other regulated industries
• Familiarity with scheduling algorithms and optimization techniques

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a master production schedule aligned with customer orders, forecasts and inventory
• Prioritize jobs by delivery dates, capacity, tooling status, and resource availability
• Translate forecasts and demand into actionable production plans
• Conduct capacity analysis to identify bottlenecks and balance workload across machines
• Coordinate tooling, fixtures and materials with Eng/Manufacturing
• Collaborate with Procurement to ensure materials are sourced per schedule
• Develop detailed machine/operator schedules considering setup times and lead times
• Sequence jobs to optimize utilization and reduce changeovers
• Adjust schedules for breakdowns or urgent orders
• Track WIP, completed jobs and inventory in real time
• Monitor progress against KPIs and take corrective actions
• Maintain ERP/MRP data for reporting
• Lead process improvements and lean initiatives
• Provide guidance to planning team and cross-functional communication
• Prepare and present schedule and KPI reports to senior management
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory requirements

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Change management

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/IE/Logistics/Business

CPIM certification

PMP certification

Tools

Epicor

Plex

Job description

The Master Planner/Scheduler is responsible for orchestrating the end-to-end planning and scheduling of all production activities in our precision machining operations. This role ensures efficient use of resources, minimizes lead times, and guarantees on-time delivery of high-precision components to clients across various industries such as aerospace, medical devices, or others. The ideal candidate combines technical knowledge, advanced planning skills, and leadership abilities to drive operational excellence.

1- Training, Experience, Education and Skill Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics or Business
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in production planning/scheduling within a high-precision manufacturing environment.
• Deep understanding of CNC machining, tooling, inspection standards, and quality control processes.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g. Epicor, Plex) and planning tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is advantageous.
• Displays effective organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Possesses excellent complex problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Has exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of computer systems and programs relevant to the industry.
• Ability to construct meaningful KPI’s and effectively monitor and improve them.
• Strategic thinker. Has the ability to determine customers’ needs/wants and can execute a plan to achieve that.
• Technical competency to understand drawings and capabilities within the business
• Proven leadership skills particularly in, creating possibilities, organizational change, consistently delivering great performance and managing people for success
• Membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous – APICS certification
• Experience in aerospace, medical devices, or other highly regulated industries.
• Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Project Management (PMP), or related fields.
• Familiarity with advanced scheduling algorithms and optimization techniques.

2. Job Related Duties & Responsibilities

1.Master Production Schedule Development:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive master production schedule (MPS) aligned with customer orders, sales forecasts, and inventory levels.
• Prioritize jobs based on delivery dates, machine capacity, tooling status, and resource availability.
• Translate sales forecasts and customer demand into actionable production plans.

2. Capacity Planning & Resource Management:

• Conduct capacity analysis to identify bottlenecks and balance workload across multiple machining centers and departments.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure tooling, fixtures, and materials are available for scheduled jobs.
• Collaborate with Procurement to ensure raw materials and components are procured as per schedule.
• Develop detailed work schedules for each machine and operator, considering setup times, lead times, and machine capabilities.
• Sequence jobs to optimize machine utilization, minimize changeovers, and reduce idle time.
• Adjust schedules dynamically in response to machine breakdowns, urgent orders, or other unforeseen disruptions.

4. Monitoring & Control:

• Track work-in-progress (WIP), completed jobs, and inventory levels in real-time.
• Monitor production progress against schedules and KPIs, identifying delays early and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate data within ERP/MRP systems for reporting and analysis.
• Lead initiatives to improve planning and scheduling processes, including the adoption of lean principles and advanced planning tools.
• Analyze historical data to identify trends, improve forecast accuracy, and reduce cycle times.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements that enhance throughput and reduce costs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to planning and scheduling team members.
• Facilitate communication between Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain departments to ensure alignment.
• Prepare and present reports on schedule adherence, production KPIs, and improvement initiatives to senior management.

7. Compliance & Quality:

• Ensure planning activities comply with safety, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support audits and maintain documentation related to planning processes.