Master Production Scheduler

Job Type: Full-Time

Type of Role: Hybrid. 4 days on-site required

At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the mobility, health, and advanced materials industries through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global supply chain organization, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact on our operations, our customers, and the world around you.

Join Lubrizol as a Master Production Scheduler and act as a central driver in shaping how we deliver innovative, sustainable solutions across the globe. In this role, you will lead short‑to‑mid‑term production planning (1–90 days), ensuring our operations run efficiently, responsively, and cost‑effectively. You’ll translate demand forecasts into executable production plans, optimize capacity, and maintain ideal inventory levels — all while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams to support customer needs and business goals.

This position requires a strong command of production planning principles, the ability to analyze data and anticipate challenges, and the agility to adjust plans in a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you’re driven by problem‑solving, operational excellence, and making a measurable impact, this is an opportunity to grow your career in a company committed to transforming the chemical industry.

• Develop and maintain short‑to‑mid‑term production plans based on demand forecasts, sales orders, and inventory levels; analyze historical data and trends for accurate planning.
• Evaluate capacity and resource availability to ensure production schedules are achievable and cost‑effective.
• Monitor inventory levels to balance customer demand with carrying costs, maintain safety stock and minimize excess.
• Use data analytics to identify trends, bottlenecks, and make informed scheduling decisions.
• Provide direction to schedulers and revise schedules as needed based on priorities, material availability, and resource constraints.
• Manage material requisitions, purchase orders, and maintain procurement records; collaborate with vendors and third‑party manufacturers for timely delivery.
• Establish priorities for customer orders and communicate changes to internal teams to ensure alignment and customer satisfaction.
• Identify and communicate material allocation needs due to raw material or capacity constraints.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with customer experience, sales, marketing, procurement, and production teams to resolve issues and maintain schedule integrity.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in master production scheduling or a related field within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, capacity planning, and inventory management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, scheduling software, and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• CPIM certification.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with Kinaxis Maestro.

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well‑being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodations, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

• Competitive salary with performance‑based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age‑Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
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