Master Scheduler/Planner

Rockcountyalliance; Evansville (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Job summary

Baker Manufacturing is seeking a Master Scheduler in Evansville, Wisconsin, to develop and maintain production schedules. The role involves managing forecasts, coordinating with production, and ensuring operational efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of production planning experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to adapt to evolving methods and technology. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in production planning or scheduling is required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, foundry experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills to work across departments.

Responsibilities

• Manage forecasts and planning requirements based on historical sales and inventory levels.
• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet delivery requirements.
• Communicate order status and production priorities with stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

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

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules to support customer demand, inventory objectives, and operational efficiency across Baker Manufacturing's manufacturing and foundry operations. This position works cross-functionally to develop and maintain the SIOP process.

Baker Manufacturing is currently transitioning from many traditional planning methods to more technology-driven and data-based processes. The ideal candidate must be comfortable working within established manufacturing practices while embracing new systems, technology, and continuous improvement initiatives, including the development of a new SIOP process. This role will help bridge the gap between historical processes and future operational improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage forecasts and planning requirements based on historical sales, inventory levels, and customer demand.
• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and maximize operational efficiency.
• Coordinate schedules and priorities with production supervisors, foundry leadership, customer service, sales, purchasing, and management.
• Monitor production progress, inventory levels, material availability, and capacity constraints, making schedule adjustments as needed.
• Communicate order status, production priorities, delays, and potential risks to appropriate stakeholders.
• Organize and support annual physical inventory activities and manage inventory adjustments.
• Analyze inventory trends and recommend changes to stocking levels, reorder points, and planning strategies.
• Review material requirements and collaborate with Purchasing to ensure timely availability of components and raw materials.
• Prepare reports identifying production, inventory, or material issues that could impact customer shipments.
• Support the implementation of improved planning tools, reporting systems, and technology-driven processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on efficiency, accuracy, inventory management, and customer service.

Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field preferred, or equivalent years of work experience.
• Three to five years of production planning, scheduling, inventory management, or manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment required; foundry experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, preferably EPICOR and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively across departments and all levels of the organization.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support organizational growth and modernization efforts.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position primarily works in an office environment but regularly interacts with manufacturing and foundry operations. The employee may be exposed to manufacturing conditions including moving equipment, noise, heat, dust, and other industrial environments. Appropriate PPE must be worn when required.

Competency and Performance

Performance will be evaluated through established goals, production planning accuracy, inventory management, communication effectiveness, and overall contribution to operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (multiple plan options available)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Eligible Plans
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities