Master Production Scheduler

ChromaScape; Independence (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Master Production Scheduler to optimize production schedules across multiple facilities. This pivotal role involves collaborating with various departments to align production with customer demand while managing a team of planners. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of ERP systems, and a knack for analytical problem-solving. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly impact operational efficiency and inventory management. If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a thriving manufacturing setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in production scheduling with leadership experience.
• Strong ERP/MRP system knowledge and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Master Production Schedule for timely delivery.
• Lead and coach a team of planners to ensure goal alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Production Scheduling

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Acumatica)

Excel

Scheduling/Planning Software

Job description

The Master Production Scheduler (MPS) is responsible for developing and maintaining a strategic, efficient production schedule across all manufacturing facilities. This role ensures alignment between customer demand, production capacity, and material availability, while leading and managing a team of plant-based planners. The MPS also owns the accuracy of planning-related master data and plays a critical role in reducing and controlling working capital by optimizing inventory levels and production flows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the Master Production Schedule across all manufacturing sites to ensure timely product delivery, optimal resource utilization, and balanced inventory.
• Lead, coach, and manage a team of planners at each plant location, ensuring consistent planning practices, goal alignment, and performance standards.
• Collaborate with Plant Managers, Operations, Procurement, and Sales to translate demand forecasts into executable production plans.
• Monitor capacity, identify potential constraints, and develop solutions to optimize production flow.
• Drive schedule adherence and proactively address disruptions or material shortages through effective planning and communication.
• Participate in and contribute to the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Maintain and manage accurate planning-related master data (e.g., lead times, lot sizes, routings, BOMs) in ERP systems.
• Analyze and optimize inventory levels to reduce working capital while ensuring service level targets are met.
• Ensure ERP/MRP systems are used effectively across sites and maintain planning accuracy and data integrity.
• Establish and monitor planning KPIs (schedule attainment, plan accuracy, lead times) and lead corrective actions as needed.
• Champion best practices in production planning and promote standardization across plants.
• Act as a key point of escalation for plant planners and resolve issues impacting the master schedule.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in production scheduling or planning, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Acumatica).
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and build cross-functional relationships.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with scheduling/planning software.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
• Experience in multi-site or network-level scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Primarily office-based, with regular coordination across plant locations and occasional site visits.
• Leadership role requiring team management, decision-making, and the ability to influence across functions.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Manufacturing and Supply Chain

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing