Master Scheduler 3

Lam Research; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Flex

Virtual Flex

Job summary

Lam Research in Oregon is seeking a Master Scheduler to translate build plans into executable schedules across our global operations. You will maintain schedule integrity, balance demand with capacity, and ensure timely material readiness for production.

You will work closely with Order Execution, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Engineering to monitor progress, identify risks, and drive corrective actions that keep production on track in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 6+ years of related experience preferred.
• Experience translating plans into executable outcomes.
• Ability to collaborate across global teams and time zones.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain global production schedules across multiple sites.
• Coordinate with Order Execution, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics to align with material readiness and delivery commitments.
• Monitor progress, identify risks/bottlenecks, and drive corrective actions.
• Communicate schedule changes across regions and time zones to minimize disruption.
• Maintain scheduling systems with accurate data to support downstream processes.
• Contribute to scheduling process improvements for better planning accuracy.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Decision making

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Collaboration

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

APICS CPIM

APICS CSCP

Job description

Global Planning & Operations

The impact you'll make

Plans, schedules, coordinates and/or monitors final approval of products through the complete production cycle. Works from engineering plans and production specifications to establish production schedules, labor loading, and capacity requirements. Coordinates production plans to ensure materials are provided according to schedules. Master Scheduler: Provides input to management; schedules and/or interfaces with marketing, sales, production and engineering managers. Works to resolve (in case of design changes) labor and material shortages, backlogs and other potential schedule interruptions. Oversees the master schedules and ensures comprehensive compliance with materials requirements for manufacturing.

What you'll do

As a Master Scheduler, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective scheduling of production activities across our global operations. This role is responsible for translating build plans into executable system schedules, maintaining schedule integrity through execution. You will work closely with crossfunctional stakeholders and international teams to create, monitor, and adjust production schedules as business conditions evolve. Through strong attention to detail, analytical rigor, and organizational skills, you will help ensure smooth execution of production processes, proactively identify risks, and support datadriven decision making on a global scale. This position requires a balance of handson execution, coordination, and strategic problemsolving, contributing directly to operational stability, scalability, and overall supply chain performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain global production schedulesby translating customer demand, inventory positions, and capacity constraints into executable schedules across multiple sites. Adjust schedules as priorities, demand, or resource availability change.
• Coordinate with global, crossfunctional teams(Order Execution, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics) to ensure schedules are aligned with material readiness, manufacturing capability, and delivery commitments.
• Monitor production progress against schedules, proactively identifying risks, delays, or bottlenecks, and driving corrective actions in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Manage and communicate schedule and configuration changes effectivelyacross regions and time zones, ensuring timely, clear updates to stakeholders to minimize disruption and execution risk.
• Maintain scheduling systems and tools, ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable data within planning and execution platforms to support downstream processes and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by contributing to enhancements in scheduling processes, tools, and execution discipline to improve global planning accuracy and operational performance.

Who we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of related experience, or equivalent work experience
• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate plans into executable outcomes
• Sound decisionmaking and prioritizationskills in a dynamic environment
• Critical thinking to anticipate issues and prevent downstream impact
• Ability to deliver results within timelines and evolving constraints
• Adaptability to changing business needs and demand volatility
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Fluent English communication skills (speaking, reading, writing, listening)

Preferred qualifications

• Semiconductor industry experience
• Strong sense of business urgency and priority awareness
• Experience working in global or multisite planning environments
• Knowledge of CPIM (Certified in Planning & Inventory Management) via APICS
• Knowledge of CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) via APICS

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

Lam offers a variety of work location models based on the needs of each role. Our hybrid roles combine the benefits of on-site collaboration with colleagues and the flexibility to work remotely and fall into two categories - On-site Flex and Virtual Flex. 'On-site Flex' you'll work 3+ days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, with the opportunity to work remotely for the balance of the week. 'Virtual Flex' you'll work 1-2 days per week on-site at a Lam or customer/supplier location, and remotely the rest of the time.

Our Perks and Benefits

At Lam, our people make amazing things possible. That's why we invest in you throughout the phases of your life with a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits.