Strategic Master Production Scheduler

MNB Precision Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MNB Precision, a Coventry-based precision engineering specialist, is seeking a Master Production Scheduler to own the master schedule and balance capacity, materials and demand in a low-volume environment.

You will work closely with Production and Engineering to optimise loading, monitor progress, and drive on-time delivery. Prior experience in precision machining and ERP/MRP systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Production Planner or Master Scheduler in precision engineering.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, and lead times.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems to manage production schedules (Seiki Systems preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills across teams and management.
• Lean and continuous improvement mindset to improve flow and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the Master Production Schedule across the business.
• Develop realistic production schedules considering capacity, tooling, materials and lead times.
• Translate customer requirements into clear production plans for teams.
• Coordinate with Production and Engineering to optimise loading and flow.
• Monitor progress and identify risks to delivery, implementing recovery plans.
• Update schedule to reflect changes in demand, orders, downtime and constraints.
• Maintain accurate planning data in ERP/MRP and ensure data integrity.
• Coordinate subcontract and external processing to align with the production schedule.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing lead times and on-time delivery.
• Provide regular updates on status and risks to management.

Skills

Production planning

ERP/MRP

Lean & CI

Data & KPIs

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Tools

Seiki Systems

Job description

MNB Precision, a Coventry-based precision engineering specialist, is seeking a Master Production Scheduler to own the master schedule and balance capacity, materials and demand in a low-volume environment.

You will work closely with Production and Engineering to optimise loading, monitor progress, and drive on-time delivery. Prior experience in precision machining and ERP/MRP systems is essential.