Master Scheduler
Core
Construct and maintain a master schedule for customer orders, job orders, and manufacturing resources to balance supply and demand, optimizing capacity utilization and inventory.
Role type
Master Scheduler (Production Planning)
Builds
Factory plan, daily/weekly schedules, and job orders aligned with SIOP commitments.
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> production planning schedules
Required skills
Demand and supply analysis, ERP system proficiency, capacity planning, bottleneck constraint management, Excel advanced formulas and logic, materials flow understanding, inventory trigger knowledge (Kanban), purchasing experience
Preferred skills
APICS Planning & Inventory Management certification, Optics industry experience
Responsibilities
Analyze demand and supply to identify imbalances and recommend actions; build and summarize daily/weekly schedules aligned with operating plans; update capacity inputs for work centers; participate in SIOP to set priorities; liaise with engineering and buyers for labor/machine/scrap standards; coordinate with sales and procurement for lead times; support sales with customer schedules/Gantt charts.
Seniority
Mid-level (3-5 years experience)
