Master Scheduler

jci; York (York County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls International plc. is seeking a Master Scheduler to develop and maintain the master production schedule, balancing capacity and material availability to meet delivery commitments.

You will work cross-functionally with Production, Supply Chain, Customer Service and Sales to align demand with supply and optimize costs. The role oversees capacity planning and schedule execution, integrating firm orders and SIOP plans, while communicating changes across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent.
• APICS CPIM/CSCP certification strongly preferred.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and communicate the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across lines.
• Balance capacity, material, and labor to meet delivery commitments.
• Collaborate with SIOP to align production plans with demand.
• Support planning team to adjust schedules due to changes in demand or disruptions.
• Coordinate with Materials Management to ensure material availability.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree

CPIM/CSCP Certification

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree

APICS CPIM/CSCP Certification

Tools

ERP/MRP

MS Excel

Job description

The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the master production schedule to ensure efficient utilization of resources, on-time delivery, and alignment with customer demand. This role works cross-functionally with Production, Supply Chain, Customer Service and Sales to balance demand and supply while minimizing cost and maximizing service levels.

With oversight of the master scheduling, capacity planning, and schedule execution, the successful candidate will effectively manage the scheduling of production for each shop area as required. Maintaining an effective and achievable plan integrating firm orders and SIOP plans and communicating across the organization to ensure alignment are core responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Develop, maintain, and communicate the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for multiple production lines based on customer demand forecasts and sales orders.
• Balance production capacity, material availability, and labor resources to meet delivery commitments.
• Analyze demand forecasts and collaborate with Sales/Operations Planning (SIOP) to align production plans.
• Provide support for Planning team to adjust schedules in response to changes in demand, supply constraints, or production disruptions.
• Coordinate with Materials Management to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Work closely with production teams to prioritize work orders and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time delivery, schedule adherence, and revenue targets.
• Identify risks to the schedule and proactively develop mitigation plans. Lead or support continuous improvement and lean initiatives focused on planning accuracy, process efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems to support planning activities. Communicate schedule changes and impacts clearly to stakeholders across the organization.
• Support new product introductions by integrating them into the production schedule.
• Lead cross-functional meetings such as S&OP, production review, and capacity planning sessions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or ASCM/APICS CPIM,CSCP Certification with four (4) to six (6) years experience
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data analysis, forecasting tools)

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.