Master Scheduler - 12 Month FTC

Copello Global; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Copello Global in Glenrothes is seeking a Master Scheduler to oversee the Master Production Schedule for assigned programs. The candidate should have a proven track record in scheduling roles, demonstrating strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a sound understanding of operations and logistics. This role requires effective time management and the ability to prioritize tasks. The position offers the chance to work within a dynamic team focused on achieving goals and delivering quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven record of success in a Master Scheduling role.
• Strong understanding of Operations, Engineering, Logistics, and Sales.
• Self-driven, results-oriented, and innovative.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain the Master Production Schedule.
• Support company Gate reviews and generate Master Schedule.
• Prepare weekly work schedules and communicate targets.

Skills

Master Scheduling

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Responsibilities

• Creating, maintaining, and updating the Master Production Schedule for assigned programs. Serving as a key point of contact for the Integrated Program team, ensuring customer commitments are met.
• Support company Gate reviews – generating a Master Schedule upon receipt of Purchase Orders.
• Chair Monthly Master Production Schedule reviews for each of your assigned programs. This then generates the Monthly Production dashboard (Top level output) for your programs.
• Prepare and communicate weekly work schedule (Weekly Targets) to production team, via daily morning production meetings.
• Ensure the Master Production Schedule fulfils the customer order book and is aligned to inventory and On Time Delivery targets. Manage / realign schedule changes as required through periodic Monthly Production Schedule reviews.
• Provide labour resource requirement plans (For each of your assigned programs), to the Operations management team and align on load levelling targets (Top level / Lower lever sub assy’s).
• Develop capacity 'What If' simulations models for the end to end manufacturing process.
• Forecasting – work with the programme management function to understand the 18 month outlook for future forecasted orders and translate the input into headcount requirements
• Capacity
• HPU
• KPIs – Support efforts to ensure Customer on Time Delivery requirements are met and Aged WIP targets are achieved

Qualifications You Must Have

• Proven record of success in a Master Scheduling role, with strong understanding and exposure to Operations, Engineering, Logistics and Sales.
• Effective communication both verbally and in written form.
• Analytical and numerically astute with strong problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks and achieve goals.
• Self-driven, focused, results and quality oriented.
• Team player, innovative with sound judgement and solutions driven.
• Proficient user of Microsoft suite of packages including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, where needed.