Master Scheduler

Piston Automotive; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; 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 is seeking a Master Scheduler to ensure a continuous supply of materials to support production and 100% on-time delivery to customers. The role collaborates with production to set schedules based on customer needs and to review material availability.

You will monitor supplier performance, coordinate PFEP planning, and communicate material status and delivery commitments for any exceptions.

Qualifications

• A minimum of five years of experience as Master Scheduler or related role.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field.
• Five years of PFEP experience.
• Five years of 5S experience.
• Five years of using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) at intermediate to advanced level.

Responsibilities

• Manage materials, suppliers, and problem resolution for assigned areas.
• Coordinate schedules with suppliers and production to meet customer expectations and minimize obsolescence.
• Analyze MRP/ERP data weekly and communicate with suppliers to ensure uninterrupted supply.
• Expedite materials from suppliers to support the production plan and meet customer requirements.
• Participate in and execute a PFEP plan.
• Prepare performance data, reports and metrics to support company goals.
• Schedule transportation to and from the plant following customer guidelines.
• Manage inventory, perform cycle counts, and resolve discrepancies to avoid shortages.
• Lead and coach the materials team on systems, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain 5S and signage for all materials storage locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Master Scheduler experience

PFEP

5S

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Piston Automotive is seeking a Master Scheduler to join the team.

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 Automotive wasn’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

Location Work Type: Onsite, 7:00AM-4:00PM M-F (Occasional Saturdays) With an hour unpaid lunch period

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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

Preferred Skills/Abilities

Experience using shop floor control components of an enterprise resource planning package essential.

Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an 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 on race, 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.