Master Scheduler

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

Remote work stipend (for qualifying)

Job summary

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions in Bloomingdale, IL is seeking an experienced Master Scheduler to manage materials flow from purchasing through production, and to develop the master production schedule to meet delivery dates and inventory goals.

The role directs scheduling staff, collaborates across departments, uses forecasting tools, and reports to the Plant Manager. Onsite schedule is Monday–Friday with full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in master scheduling and production flow.
• Strong communication and supervisory abilities.
• Knowledge of forecasting tools and materials planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of customer order commitments.
• Plan production control operations and priorities.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve bottlenecks.
• Manage department staff and conduct performance reviews.
• Prepare reports on production status for the Plant Manager.

Skills

Master Scheduler

Production scheduling

Forecasting tools

Leadership

Inventory control

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for an experienced Master Scheduler to manage the flow of materials from purchasing through production. Directs and coordinates activities of production scheduling, new order commitments, future state load capacity planning using available forecasting tools. Planning and developing the master production schedule for manufacturing products to meet delivery dates and/or achieve inventory levels or other distribution goals. In charge of managing department staff.

Job Type
Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of customer order commitments
• Work with the purchasing department to ensure timely delivery of quality parts/materials
• Plan production control operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products
• Participate in production decisions concerning new product lines
• Use product specifications and release dates to determine schedules and resource needs
• Use available tools to ensure daily, weekly, monthly goals are clearly communicated to all production departments
• Utilize knowledge of production specifications, manufacturing processes, materials availability, and mathematical planning tools to develop plans
• Closely monitor all instances of supply constraints and make suggestions for production shifts to ensure the budget is met
• Collaborate with all departments to investigate current/potential bottlenecks and propose solutions
• Compile, store, and retrieve other production data
• Partner with Customer Service to correct or adjust shop orders and maintain schedules
• Manage department staff; interview, hire, train employees; plan, assign, direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline; coach and develop talent; address issues and resolve problems
• Monitor status of production results and prepare reports for Plant Manager

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience/training may substitute for a degree
• Above‑average oral and written communication skills and demonstrable knowledge of manufacturing operations, inventory, and production control
• Prior supervisory experience
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills
• Good problem‑solving and time‑management skills
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to set and achieve challenging goals
• Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Location

• Onsite

Schedule

• Monday‑Friday

Work Environment

• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and vibration; occasional electrical shock risk; moderate to occasionally loud noise

Physical Demands

• Required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, communicate verbally and audibly; may occasionally sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; lift or move up to 25 pounds; require close, distance, peripheral, color, depth perception and adjusted focus vision

Total Compensation

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer‑paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for qualifying remote employees)
• 401(k) investment plan with up to 4% employer match
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full‑time employees

Salary

$75,000 - $108,000

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.