Master Scheduler

Quantum Design Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Design Inc. is seeking a Master Scheduler in San Diego, CA to translate demand forecasts into executable production plans, coordinating with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing and Operations across time zones to optimize lead times and manufacturing efficiency.

The role focuses on developing the master production schedule, inventory strategies, and capacity planning for multiple product lines in a build-to-order environment, with a strong emphasis on data-driven decision making and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in supply chain, business, engineering or related field.
• Five years of production planning, scheduling, or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Experience developing and managing master production schedules in build-to-order/make-to-order environments.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, forecasting, capacity planning and MRP.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule for all product lines.
• Convert customer demand, forecasts, and business objectives into actionable production plans.
• Establish and build plans and inventory strategies to meet delivery requirements and business goals.
• Open, schedule, and reschedule manufacturing jobs based on priorities, material availability, and resource constraints.
• Maintain production forecasts and adjust plans to support changing requirements and constraints.

Skills

Master production scheduling

Forecasting

Inventory management

MRP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Quantum Design

For more than 40 years Quantum Design (QD) has been providing technology solutions to researchers in the fields of physics, chemistry, biotechnology, materials science, and nanotechnology. Established in 1982, Quantum Design is the leading commercial source for automated materials characterization systems offering a variety of measurement capabilities. QD instruments are found in the world's leading research institutions and have become the reference standard for a variety of magnetic and physical property measurements.

Job Description

The Opportunity

As Master Scheduler, you will be responsible for all production planning activities across multiple product lines in a semi-custom, build-to-order manufacturing environment. This role translates customer demand forecasts into executable production plans that balance delivery commitments, inventory targets, resource availability, and operational objectives. Working closely with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing, Operations, key suppliers, and international manufacturing partners, the Master Scheduler will develop and maintain the master production schedule, establish inventory and build plans, and ensure the organization can meet customer requirements while optimizing manufacturing efficiency and lead times. As manufacturing operations continue to become more global, this role will collaborate with teams across Europe and Asia, requiring flexibility to work across multiple time zones and coordinate planning activities with international stakeholders. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, collaborative, and comfortable adapting plans in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule for all product lines.
• Convert customer demand, forecasts, and business objectives into actionable production plans.
• Establish and build plans and inventory strategies that support customer delivery requirements and business goals.
• Open, schedule, and reschedule manufacturing jobs based on changing priorities, material availability, and resource constraints.
• Maintain production forecasts and adjust plans to support changing customer and operational requirements.

Inventory & Material Planning

• Manage inventory targets, safety stock levels, and overall inventory strategies.
• Ensure material availability aligns with production schedules and customer commitments.
• Review bills of material (BOMs) to verify manufacturability and support production planning requirements.
• Partner with Purchasing and Suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Sales to understand customer demand and communicate production schedules.
• Partner with Engineering on new product introductions and planning requirements.
• Work closely with Purchasing to communicate material requirements and support supply continuity.
• Coordinate with Operations to ensure production plans align with manufacturing capacity and business priorities.

Forecasting & Scenario Planning

• Support demand planning and forecasting activities.
• Perform scenario planning and capacity assessments based on management inputs and business requirements.
• Evaluate production risks and develop alternative plans to mitigate supply, material, or resource constraints.

Continuous Improvement

• Monitor schedule performance, inventory levels, and delivery metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, inventory management, and operational efficiency.
• Support ERP/MRP system utilization and planning process optimization initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, operations management, engineering, or a related field
• Five years of production planning, scheduling, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience developing and managing master production schedules in a build-to-order or make-to-order environment
• Strong understanding of inventory management, forecasting, capacity planning, and material requirements planning (MRP)
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, or related certification
• Experience supporting new product introductions (NPI)
• Knowledge of inventory optimization and supply chain best practices
• Experience working within a multi-product, semi-custom manufacturing environment

Additional Information

This position’s work mode is 100% onsite. The employee will report to our facility in San Diego, CA five days a week Salary Range: $80,000 - $107,000 Quantum Design is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions, policies and practices are in accordance with applicable federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws. Quantum Design will not tolerate or engage in unlawful discrimination including any form of unlawful harassment, on account of a person's sex, age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual preference or orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap, disability, or membership in any protected group. At Quantum Design, we've driven technology, research and innovation forward for more than 40 years. As the leading commercial source for automated materials characterization systems, we offer a wide range of career opportunities across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and global support teams. Our core values guide how we show up every day and shape the culture we create together. We earn trust through transparency and reliability, commit by bringing accountability and care to every interaction, and collaborate across departments and global offices to generate innovative solutions. We adapt with flexibility and resilience when challenges arise, and we make the quantum leap by staying curious, open-minded, and proactive in seeking opportunities for improvement. Together, these values form the foundation of who we are and how we work.