Master Scheduler

Piston Group & Piston Automotive LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Medical & Rx Plans

Dental & Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Life & Disability Coverage

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Vehicle and Product Discounts

Job summary

Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family, seeks a Master Scheduler to ensure continuous material flow and on-time delivery to customers. You will coordinate with production, manage suppliers, and maintain PFEP and 5S standards to minimize obsolescence and shortages.

Candidates should have eight years in a Master Scheduler role, a business/supply chain degree, and strong Excel/Office skills. The role supports Ford/GM/Chrysler line customers and offers competitive wages and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Eight years of experience as a Master Scheduler or related role.
• PFEP expertise and PFEP processes required.
• Proficient in 5S and lean organizational practices.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word) at an intermediate/advanced level.
• Experience with TRANS4M or equivalent shop floor control software highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned material areas and suppliers, resolving issues.
• Coordinate engineering changes and build schedules with suppliers and production.
• Analyze MRP/ RPS to ensure uninterrupted material supply.
• Coordinate expedites from suppliers to support production.
• Implement PFEP and maintain accurate part data.
• Prepare performance data and metrics to support goals.
• Schedule transportation and maintain customer guidelines.
• Manage inventory, perform cycle counts, resolve discrepancies.
• Lead and coach materials team on systems and procedures.
• Maintain 5S and signage for materials storage locations.

Skills

Master Scheduler

PFEP

5S

MS Office

TRANS4M

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Tools

TRANS4M

Job description

Overview

The Master Scheduler will ensure a continuous supply of material (components/packaging, etc.) to support production and ensure 100% on-time delivery to the customer. Work with production to determine schedules based on customer needs and ensure / review material availability. Coordinate, prioritize and communicate materials status, production priorities and delivery commitments for any exceptions (outside the normal process). Assist the Materials Manager as required in supervising the materials, shipping and receiving staff. You will monitor and update customer systems as required by the customer (Ford, Chrysler, GM, Honda, etc.). Will assist with the physical inventory.

Piston Automotivewasn't just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.

Why Piston Automotive?

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Medical & Rx Plans
• Dental & Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life & Disability Coverage
• 401K with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vehicle and Product Discounts

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned areas, required material and the respective suppliers to include problem resolution.
• Coordinate engineering changes and build schedules with suppliers and production so that customer expectations are met while minimizing obsolescence exposure.
• Analyze MRP/ RPS weekly/daily, issue 862/830 to supplier to ensure uninterrupted supply of material.
• Coordinate expedites of material from suppliers as needed to support the production schedule and meet customer requirements.
• Participate in and execute a Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
• Prepare performance data, reports and metrics as required to support the companies' goals and objectives.
• Schedule transportation to and from the plant as required; while following any appropriate customer guidelines
• Manage inventory: work to right-size, perform cycle counts, investigate and resolve discrepancies to avoid material shortages.
• Lead and coach the materials team on systems, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain 5S with proper signage for all materials storage locations.

Qualifications

• A minimum of eight years of experience as Master Scheduler or a related role
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or a related field.
• Eight years of experience with Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
• Eight years of experience working with 5S
• Eight years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) at an intermediate to advance level

Preferred Skills/ABILITIES:

• Eight plus (8+) years of experience using TRANS4M software highly desirable; experience using shop floor control components of an enterprise resource planning package essential.

Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, isan equal opportunity employer,dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based onrace, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at [e-mail]. We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.