Master Production Scheduler

W Talent; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in the Coventry area is seeking a Master Production Scheduler to manage the Master Production Schedule in a precision manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience in production scheduling and strong CNC machining knowledge. This role offers an above-market salary and a clear plan for success within the organization.

Benefits

Above market rate salary

A clear 6 month plan to success

Opportunity to make a difference in a new role

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in production scheduling within precision machining or complex manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of CNC machining processes (e.g., milling, turning, EDM, grinding).
• Ability to read technical drawings and understand manufacturing routings and tooling.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Analyse machining capacity and resource bottlenecks.
• Act as the scheduling liaison between departments.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to control work orders and schedule visibility.

Skills

Production scheduling

CNC machining processes

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, or a relevant technical discipline

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Job description

Company Overview

W Talent Procurement and Supply Chain are working in partnership with a globally recognised precision manufacturing business based in the Coventry area, known for its engineering excellence and high-quality machined components. Serving demanding sectors such as Aerospace, Oil & Gas, and other technical industries, this business has consistently delivered complex, high-tolerance parts through innovation, investment in technology, and a strong operational foundation.

As the business continues to scale, we are supporting them in identifying a high-calibre Master Production Scheduler to take ownership of production planning and operational flow across a complex machining environment.

Position Overview

This is a pivotal role within the Supply Chain & Operations team, responsible for owning and managing the Master Production Schedule (MPS). The successful candidate will play a critical part in ensuring customer demand is aligned with machining capacity, tooling availability, and quality requirements across the business.

You'll be at the heart of a precision-driven environment, working cross-functionally with Procurement, Engineering, CNC programming, and Logistics to deliver on-time, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing performance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, manage, and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to support customer delivery, forecast demand, and internal capacity.
• Translate forecasts and sales orders into executable machining plans that account for tooling, setup times, and machine availability.
• Conduct regular reviews of scheduling performance and adapt plans to accommodate changes in demand or operations.

Operational & Resource Management

• Analyse machining capacity and resource bottlenecks, including CNC utilisation and operator availability.
• Work closely with production and CNC programming to optimise throughput and reduce idle time.
• Coordinate with Procurement to ensure timely material and tooling availability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the scheduling liaison between Sales, Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, and Quality Assurance.
• Communicate changes to production schedules proactively across all departments.
• Support the integration of inspection and quality checks into the production plan to meet ISO or AS standards.

Systems & Reporting

• Use ERP/MRP systems to control work orders, schedule visibility, and BOM accuracy.
• Report on key KPIs: schedule adherence, OTIF, lead times, and inventory turnover.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and root cause investigations.

Looking for:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, or a relevant technical discipline.
• 3-7 years of experience in production scheduling within precision machining or complex manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of CNC machining processes (e.g., milling, turning, EDM, grinding).
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong Excel and data analysis capabilities.
• Ability to read technical drawings and understand manufacturing routings and tooling.

What's on offer

• Above market rate salary
• A clear 6 month plan to success
• An opportunity to make a difference in a new role