Job Details
Job Location
CT - Seymour, CT
Description
Master Scheduler
Are you a master at juggling schedules, coordinating teams, and ensuring everything runs like clockwork? If so, we have the perfect role for you as a Master Scheduler at our dynamic company! Join us and play a crucial role in keeping our production process seamless, efficient, and on time.
What You'll Do

• Schedule Maestro : Develop, publish, and maintain the Master Production Schedule, balancing inventory, resources, and capacity.
• Liaison Extraordinaire : Act as the go-to link between Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Development, and Program Management.
• Sales Supporter : Assist Program Management in scheduling sales orders and supporting customer requirements.
• Schedule Revamper : Revise production schedules based on updated capacity or materials info.
• Change Champion : Participate in Change Control Board (CCB) activities, ensuring engineering changes align with production plans.
• Forecasting Guru : Participate in forecasting and planning meetings with Business Development and Finance.
• Strategist : Develop strategies with the operations team for capacity and equipment utilization.
• Analyzer : Document key information for analysis, including downtime, peak production, inventory, and scheduling accuracy.
• Problem Solver : Monitor material flow, identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Reporter : Generate and review reports on production line capacity, material clearance, production status, and on-time delivery.

What We're Looking For

• Communication Pro : Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized & Detailed : Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical Mind : Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Tech-Savvy : Proficient in MRP and MES Systems (INFOR and Aegis preferred) and Microsoft Office tools.
• Presentation Skills : Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Excel Expert : Advanced MS Excel skills, including statistical analysis, chart creation, and pivot tables.
• Team Player : Ability to work productively and cooperatively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Knowledgeable : Understanding of general accounting, production assembly procedures, material and capacity planning, and forecasting.
• Enterprise Systems Whiz : Intermediate to expert level knowledge with enterprise systems and databases, INFOR preferred.
• Results-Driven : Focused on consistent improvement in cycle times, on-time delivery, and inventory turns.

Education & Experience

• Degree : Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required.
• Experience : 5-10 years in manufacturing with at least 5 years in Production Planning functions.
• Leadership : Supervisory or managerial experience preferred.
• Certification : APICS certification preferred.
• Industry : Experience in a regulated industry (medical device, automotive, aerospace) is a plus.
• Adaptable : Able to handle changing requirements from customers and materials supply and provide recovery plans.
• ERP Expert : Advanced MS Excel skills and ability to plan within an ERP environment.

If you're ready to take on an exciting and rewarding role where your skills will shine and make a real impact, apply today and become an essential part of our team!