Master Scheduler

Air Distribution Technologies, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Distribution Technologies, Inc. in Tucson seeks a Master Scheduler to develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule, translating forecasts into executable production plans within ERP/MRP systems to meet customer delivery commitments.

You will collaborate with production, operations, procurement, and supplier scheduling to optimize capacity, inventory, and schedule adherence while driving continuous improvement in planning accuracy and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field is required.
• 2–4 years in production planning or scheduling in manufacturing.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM/CSCP/CLTD certification preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and capacity planning is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, maintenance, and reporting of the Master Production Schedule (MPS), translating forecasts into schedules within ERP/MRP systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Manufacturing, and Operations to develop capacity plans that meet demand.
• Establish and manage scheduling processes to optimize productivity and minimize inventory.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and schedule adherence.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes and pre-S&OP reviews.
• Develop weekly supply plans and recovery plans for past-due orders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

Job description

The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to support customer delivery commitments, inventory objectives, and operational efficiency. This role drives production planning processes, aligns demand and capacity requirements, and partners cross-functionally to ensure material availability and schedule adherence. The Master Scheduler also supports continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain performance and reduce operating costs.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development, maintenance, and reporting of the Master Production Schedule (MPS), translating sales forecasts and demand plans into executable production schedules within ERP/MRP systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to develop and maintain capacity requirements plans that support customer demand and business objectives.
• Establish and manage scheduling processes that optimize productivity, minimize inventory investment, and maximize customer service levels.
• Partner with Supplier Scheduling, Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Procurement teams to ensure timely material availability and uninterrupted production flow.
• Maintain replenishment and planning parameters within ERP systems to support efficient inventory management and material flow.
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying root causes of performance variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Coordinate scheduling and inventory movements involving external processing and off-site inventory locations.
• Participate in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, including pre-S&OP reviews and supply planning activities.
• Maintain effective communication and strong working relationships across all departments to ensure alignment on production priorities and business objectives.
• Serve as a key liaison with Customer Service to provide backlog status, delivery commitments, and recovery plans when required.
• Develop weekly supply plans and partner with Production to ensure successful execution.
• Create and manage recovery plans for past-due orders, driving actions necessary to restore schedule performance and customer satisfaction.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning accuracy, inventory optimization, schedule stability, and operational efficiency.

What We Look For

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of experience in production planning, scheduling, materials management, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.
• In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an additional four (4) years of directly related experience is required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Experience utilizing ERP and MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing and managing master production schedules and capacity planning processes (preferred).
• Proven ability to improve schedule attainment, reduce planning variances, and optimize inventory performance (preferred).
• APICS/ASCM certification such as CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD (preferred).