Master Production Scheduler

Great Dane LLC; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Great Dane LLC is seeking a Master Scheduler to generate and publish master production schedules across multiple lines, using JDE ERP and PS tools to optimize throughput. You will coordinate with engineering, materials, and shop-floor teams to ensure accurate labor hours, routing, and sequencing for efficient manufacturing operations.

The role requires 5+ years in planning or scheduling, strong Excel/PS skills, and effective communication to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced plant

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree with scheduling experience.
• Minimum 5 years in Planning or Scheduling.
• Experience with JDE ERP and PS systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate and publish master schedules for manufacturing production.
• Update schedules with change orders and production constraints.
• Maintain 4 production lines scheduling via Excel and PS system.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Materials, and Fab Scheduler.
• Monitor 10–14 week windows for planning and sales alignment.

Skills

JDE ERP

PS systems

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Oral communication

Written communication

Excel

Word

Manufacturing processes

Planning/Organizing

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in relevant field

Job description

Overview

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

The Position: The Master Scheduler generates and publishes the Master Schedules for the manufacturing production process for the manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Standard Labor Hours- New Orders, Change Orders

  • Receiving and reviewing new orders for assigning labor hours to base unit, adding option hours as per sales requests. Identifying new options and assigning the correct hours which is vital to capturing the true cost per trailer. Once hours are assigned, the information/findings is reconciled to the Standard Hours Labor Group who ensures that correct hours, routings, and operation sequences are captured in the NEW JDE 9.1, for Master Scheduling purposes.
  • Monitoring Change Orders that require a change in option hours and/or Trailer Quantity increases/decreases which may affect the cost of the unit and may require changes to the Master Schedules.

  Master Scheduling- JDE 9.1, Excel and PS System

  • Managing and maintaining 4 production lines for the Brazil Facility via the Master Excel Schedule as directed by corporate. This document also coincides with the “NEW” PS (Production Scheduling) System and is linked to the NEW JDE 9.1 system
  • Generating and Publishing PS (Production Scheduling) models to create the best possible schedule for the facility, managing throughput adjustments as driven by sales, ensuring that correct hours are utilized for optimal efficiency and productivity. This published schedule enables Engineering, Materials Manager & Fab Scheduler to provide Engineering BOM’s Drawings, materials, & subassembly work orders, to the shop floor. It also provides HR with precise information for Manpower needs.
  • Strategically placing new trailer/truck body orders in the scheduling process with special limiters. This process requires reviewing sales orders identifying color, width, and special options for efficiency and places the units on the correct line of production.
  • Adjusting schedules as per sales requests to meet customer requirements.
  • Monitor 10, 12 and 14 week window periods for scheduling, materials and sales planning purposes.

  Production Tracking

  • Providing Line schedules for production supervisors for daily work load planning purposes.
  • Maintaining and providing Production Report totals used for tracking starts, completions and inspections of units produced on a daily and weekly basis. Obtain the Re-work and Hold reports for providing information to the Plant and Production manager for day to day planning purposes for achieving targets and goals.

  Manufacturing Reporting

  • Maintaining a compilation of weekly and monthly reports which consist of production tracking, Holds, and Re-work totals. Provide the reporting of information to key corporate personnel. These documents are used for tracking Efficiency & productivity reporting, Gain share, and Goals.

  Additional items:

  • Working with sales and provide information regarding schedules, production tracking
  • Providing information to Corporate Managers
  • Attending daily meetings for planning and or reporting of information to managers. (Sales Order Review, Production, Scheduling meetings etc.)
  • Other duties as assigned

  Ladder II- II: Higher degree of capability and proficiency in all aspects of performance as compared to Master Scheduler I

Qualifications

YOUR skills and abilities (required qualifications)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree with demonstrated experience in Production Scheduling, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in Planning and/or Scheduling, including relevant Supply Chain or Purchasing experience.
• Skills: Must understand JDE ERP and PS systems
  • Interpersonal skills – must be able to work well with all levels within the organization. Stay focused on improving process and resolving conflict. Be open to others’ ideas
  • Problem solving – identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
  • Oral communication – must be able to speak clearly and concisely to get points of view across.
  • Written communication – writes clearly and informatively; edits work for grammar and spelling
  • Must be able to use Excel, Word and other software products as required
  • Must understand the manufacturing processes.
  • Professionalism – handle all situations and communication tactfully. React well under pressure. Treat others with dignity and respect regardless of role within the company. Accept responsibility for own actions. Follow through on commitments.
  • Planning/Organizing – prioritizes and plans work activities. Ability to work well with others
  • Adaptability – must be able to adapt and be flexible to changes in the work environment.
• Travel: As needed.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and plant environment.
• Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, grow, succeed and be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation7

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer