Master Production Scheduler

The Master Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining the master production schedule to ensure efficient production flow, alignment with customer demand, and achievement of on-time delivery targets. This role coordinates closely with operations, sales, and customer service to balance production capacity, inventory levels, and operational priorities.

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule to support OTIF (On-Time-In-Full) performance targets.
• Align production capacity and plant resources with customer demand, material availability, and operational priorities.
• Pull and process daily sales orders from LN ERP to ensure accurate incorporation into the production schedule.
• Release production work orders and ensure timely progression through all manufacturing stages.
• Manage short- and long-term production forecasts for the Op Net Line, adjusting schedules as demand fluctuates.
• Maintain customer safety stock levels to ensure proper inventory coverage while minimizing excess inventory.
• Oversee customer consignment accounts
  , ensuring accurate replenishment, inventory tracking, and documentation.
• Coordinate subcontracted production activities
  , including scheduling, communication, and delivery alignment.
• Lead the daily production planning meeting
  , communicating schedule updates, constraints, and operational priorities.
• Partner with customer service and sales teams to ensure alignment between customer expectations and production capabilities.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and TEAMS groups to support broader operational initiatives.
• Respond to urgent scheduling adjustments or production needs
  , including occasional off-hours communication.
• Provide scheduling support to additional netting plants
  , including PTO coverage and backup planning assistance.

• Experience in master scheduling, production planning, or manufacturing operations
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• Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems
  ; experience with LN ERP is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage complex production data, forecasting, and scheduling models
  .
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
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• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy.