Master Scheduler, Production (35418)

Monogram Foods; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Monogram Foods is seeking a Production Scheduler to own near-term finite production scheduling, balancing material, labor, and equipment constraints to meet customer service goals and cost targets.

You will coordinate with Operations, Supply Planning, Procurement, Distribution, Quality, and Customer Service, monitor KPIs, and drive improvements using ERP/MRP systems and Excel-based tools. Strong analytical skills and Excel mastery are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years in production scheduling or planning in manufacturing.
• Ability to manage short-term schedules in fast-paced, constrained environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause skills.
• Effective cross-functional communication with operations and leadership.
• Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with ERP/MRP systems (MS D365 preferred).
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean, or similar continuous improvement methods.

Responsibilities

• Convert approved supply plans into executable finite production schedules.
• Maintain and optimize near-term schedules, including sequencing, run lengths, and changeovers.
• Identify and mitigate schedule risks related to material, labor, or equipment.
• Coordinate with Operations, Procurement, Distribution, Quality, and Customer Service for issue resolution.
• Monitor KPIs like schedule adherence, attainment, fill rate, service level, and inventory targets.
• Use ERP/MRP systems and Excel tools to manage schedules, routings, and BOM accuracy.
• Aim to reduce WIP and adjust inventories through continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Root-cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel proficiency

ERP/MRP experience

Six Sigma / Lean

Education

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

Tools

MS Dynamics 365 (D365)

Job description

The Production Scheduler owns the development, execution, and continuous improvement of the near-term finite production schedule, translating approved supply plans into executable manufacturing schedules. This role balances material availability, labor and equipment constraints, customer service requirements, and operational efficiency to ensure reliable execution. The Production Scheduler serves as the primary point of coordination between Supply Planning, Operations, and supporting functions, providing timely communication of production priorities, risks, and schedule changes across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Schedule Ownership & Execution

• - Convert the approved supply plan into an executable finite production schedule that meets customer service, inventory, and cost objectives.
• - Maintain and execute the near-term production schedule, optimizing sequencing, run lengths, and changeovers to meet required ship dates.
• - Evaluate and balance labor, material, and equipment constraints to maximize utilization of manufacturing assets.

Issue Resolution & Coordination

• - Proactively identify schedule risks related to material shortages, labor constraints, equipment downtime, or engineering changes.
• - Revise production schedules as required and communicate impacts, priorities, and recovery plans to Operations, Supply Planning, and other stakeholders.
• - Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Procurement, Distribution, Quality, and Customer Service to resolve execution issues and prevent delays.

Performance & KPI Management

• - Monitor and drive performance against key KPIs including schedule adherence, attainment, fill rate, service level, and inventory targets.
• - Track production output, material consumption, and quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

Systems & Continuous Improvement

• - Utilize ERP/MRP systems and Excel-based tools to manage schedules, capacity assumptions, routings, and BOM accuracy.
• - Monitor and manage excess and obsolete WIP, raw material, and component inventories.
• - Contribute planning analysis to cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• - Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• - 4+ years of experience in production scheduling, manufacturing planning, or related roles within a manufacturing environment (food or CPG preferred).
• - Demonstrated ability to manage short-term production schedules in a constrained, fast-paced environment.
• - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills.
• - Ability to influence cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with operations and leadership.
• - Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP/MRP systems required (MS D365 preferred).
• - Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean, or similar) preferred.